Air Temperature Sensor ( Ambient / Intake ): Service and Repair

13 62 511 Replacing Intake Air Temperature Sensor (N47, N47s, M57T2)







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
- Turn off ignition







Intake air temperature sensor (1) without retaining clip.
Intake air temperature sensor (2) with large ribs for retaining clip (3).







Picture shows E81 N47

Version 1:
Unlock plug and remove.
Turn temperature sensor through 45° and remove.







Version 2:
Unlock plug and remove.
Pull off retaining clip (1).
Turn temperature sensor through 45° and remove.







NOTE:
Delete fault memory.
Reassemble the vehicle.