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13 62 531 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (N62, N62TU)

WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Recycling 

Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Coolant temperature sensor is mounted on water pipe at front.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release temperature sensor (2).

Installation: 

Tightening torque 13 62 2AZ  . See FUEL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Vent cooling system  and check for leaks. See 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR LEAKS (N62, N62TU) .

If necessary, top up coolant  .

Fig 1: Identifying Temperature Sensor And Plug
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NOTE: Now clear the fault memory.