12 14 523 Replacing pulse sensor on intake camshaft (B36, B38)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ACOUSTIC COVER

Removal:

Unlock connector (1) and pull off.

Release screw (2).

Remove pulse generator (3).

Fig 1: Pulse Generator, Connector And Screw

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Installation:

Check gasket, replace damaged gasket.

Part: Gasket

Install pulse sensor (3).

Tighten screw (2).

Tightening torque 13 62 1AZ .

Attach connector (1) on pulse sensor.

Connector (1) must engage audibly.

Fig 2: Pulse Generator, Connector And Screw

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