12 14 521 Replacing crankshaft pulse sensor (N16, N18)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Switch off ignition
Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.

NOTE: For a better overview, the following operation is shown on the engine after it has been removed.

Remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Pulse Sensor Cover

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Release screw and remove pulse sensor.

Tightening torque 13 62 3AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Crankshaft Pulse Sensor Screw

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.

Delete fault memory.