65 81 060 Removing and installing/replacing outside temperature sensor (from production 08/2010)

Feed out front wheel arch panel (2) in bottom area, as shown.

Unclip outside temperature sensor (3) by accessing wheel arch from bumper panel (1).

Installation note: 

Outside temperature sensor must be locked in area (4).

Make sure outside temperature sensor is securely seated (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Outside Temperature Sensor, Bumper Panel, Wheel Arch Panel And Locking Area

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove the outside temperature sensor (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Outside Temperature Sensor And Plug Connection

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