13 62 531 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (N55)
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WARNING:
Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Necessary preliminary work :
- Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
- Switch off ignition.
- Remove ignition coil cover.
NOTE:
Coolant temperature sensor is mounted on cylinder head at front.
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Unfasten coolant temperature sensor (2).
Installation note :
Tightening torque: 13 62 5AZ .
If necessary, top up coolant.
NOTE:
Check stored fault messages.
Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.
Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.