BMW 7 Series: 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
Unlock plug connection and detach.
Unclip control sensor cable from holder.
Release control sensor with special tool 11 7 020.
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Fig. 532: 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. 533: 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 RIGHT MONITOR SENSOR (N63)
Notes
Necessary preliminary work
- Check function of DME control unit
- Switch off ignition
- Remove AIR FILTER HOUSING
Release retaining clip (1).
Remove heat shield (2) over oxygen sensor.
Detach oxygen sensor cable from retaining clips (3).
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Fig. 534: Identifying Heat Shield And Retaining Clips
Release monitoring sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020.
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Fig. 535: 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. 536: Installing 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 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 CROSS-MEMBER FOR TRANSMISSION MOUNTING (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Support transmission with lifter.
Release screws (1) and (2).
Remove transmissi
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Necessary preliminary work
Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION.
Release screws (1).
Remove front wheel arch cover (2) from bumper trim.
Installation note:
Make sure wheel arch cover is correctly positioned.
Fig. 35: Identifying Fro
