13 62 531 Replacing Coolant Temperature Sensor (S54)

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Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Switch off ignition.

Remove intake air manifold. Refer to 11 61 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE AIR MANIFOLD (S54) .

Unlock plug (1) and detach from idle-speed control valve.

Unlock plug (2) and detach from temperature sensor (3).

Unscrew temperature sensor (3).

Tightening torque, refer to 13 62 2AZ in FUEL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation:

Check coolant level, top up coolant if necessary.

Fig 1: Removing Plug And Temperature Sensor

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Check stored fault messages. Rectify faults. Then clear fault memory.