Oil Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair

12 61 280 - Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure switch (N62, N62TU)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- E65/E66 only: Remove intake filter housing
- E53 only: Remove intake hood with air intake hose





Warning!
Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.





Installation location:
Cylinder bank 1 to 4 on cylinder head, front right.
Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure switch is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.





Release plug connector (1) and pull off.
Unscrew oil pressure switch (2).
Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ 12 61 Oil Pressure, Oil Temperature, Oil Level Display.

Installation:
Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.