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11 78 533 Replacing Right Control Sensor



11 78 533 Replacing Right Control Sensor (N63)

Special tools required:







WARNING:
Risk of burning.
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.







Necessary preliminary work:
- Check function of DME control unit
- Switch off ignition
- Remove air filter housing







Unlock plug connection and detach.
Unclip control sensor cable from holder.
Release control sensor with special tool 11 7 020.







Installation note:
The threads of new lambda control/monitoring sensors are already coated with Never Seez Compound (refer to BMW Parts Department).
If a lambda control/monitoring sensor is to be reused, apply a thin and even coating of Never Seez Compound to the thread only.
The part of the lambda control/monitoring sensor which projects into the exhaust branch (sensor ceramics) must not be cleaned and not coated with lubricant.







Secure control sensor with special tool 11 7 020 and a torque wrench (1).
Tightening torque 11 78 1AZ.







Installation note:
Check function of DME control unit.
Pay attention to cable routing of control sensor.