13 62 531 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (N63)

WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Protect alternator against coolant.
Cover alternator with suitable apparatus (risk of damage) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DDE control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
Switch off ignition
Remove SUPPLEMENTARY COOLANT PUMP for turbocharger

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Unfasten coolant temperature sensor (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque: 13 62 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Temperature Sensor And Plug

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Now clear the fault memory.