23 14 550 Removing/replacing gear sensor

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION .

Removal:

Disconnect plug connection (2) of gear sensor.

Release screws (1) and remove gear sensor.

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connection Of Gear Sensor

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Installation:

Install gear sensor and tighten screws (1).

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ .

Engage plug connection (2) of gear sensor.

Fig 2: Locating Plug Connection Of Gear Sensor

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Required follow-up work:

Install FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION .

IMPORTANT:

After installing the gear sensor, it is necessary to teach in the position of the gear sensor again.

Perform "Teach in gear sensor" service function using BMW diagnosis system!