BMW 7 Series: Replacing Left Control Sensor (N63)
Notes
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 at retaining clips.
Release control sensor with special tool 11 7 020.
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Fig. 527: Releasing Control Sensor Using 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.
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Fig. 528: Securing Control Sensor Using Special Tool 11 7 020 And Torque
Wrench
Installation note: Check function of DME control unit.
Pay attention to cable routing of control sensor.
REPLACING LEFT MONITOR SENSOR (N63)
Notes
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
Release retaining clip (1).
Remove heat shield wire ring (2) over oxygen sensor.
Detach oxygen sensor cable from retaining clips (3).
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Fig. 529: Identifying Heat Shield Wire Ring And Retaining Clips
Release monitoring sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020.
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Fig. 530: Releasing Monitoring Sensor Using 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.
Fasten monitoring sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020.
Tightening torque 11 78 1AZ.
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Fig. 531: Tightening Monitoring Sensor Using Special Tool 11 7 020
Installation note: Check function of DME control unit.
Pay attention to cable routing of monitor sensor.
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Replacing Right Control Sensor (N63)
Notes
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
Un
Engine Mounting
REPLACING LEFT ENGINE MOUNT (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Secure engine in INSTALLATION POSITION.
Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT.
Release bolt (1) and remove engine
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Replacing Wiring Harness Section For Ignition And Injectors (N63)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against damage from
electrostatic
damage (ESD protection).
Necessary preliminary work
Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD.
Remove left and right INTAKE SILENCER HOUSINGS.
Remo
Straightening Aluminium Components In Structure
Reshaping or heating extruded sections and cast parts is not
permitted!
Failure to comply with this requirement would have the following
results:
In the case of reshaping, weld seams (E52) or glued connections (E60, E61,
E63, E64) tear in the
surrounding area.
In the case of reshaping, t
