Oil Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

12 61 280 Removing And Installing/Replacing Oil Pressure Sensor (N63, S63)







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Turn off ignition
- Remove reinforcement plate







WARNING:
Scalding hazard.
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.







Recycling:
Catch and dispose of drained engine oil in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.







Installation location:
Oil pressure sensor is located next to the oil filter housing.
Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.







Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Release and remove oil pressure sensor (2).
Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ.

Installation:
Check engine oil level. Top up engine oil if level is too low.