Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Service and Repair

Replacing Coolant Temperature Sensor (M52TU, M54)

Turn off ignition.







Installation location:
Coolant temperature sensor (1) is fitted below intake air manifold in cylinder head of cylinder 6.
Remove intake air manifold.







Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unscrew temperature sensor.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque, Coolant temperature sensor 13 Nm
Check coolant level, top up coolant if necessary.


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