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2006 BMW X3 (E83) (CANADA) L6-2.5L (M54)
Solar Sensor: Service and Repair
2006 BMW X3 (E83) (CANADA) L6-2.5L (M54)SECTION Service and Repair
64 11 992 - Removing and installing/replacing solar sensor
Special tools required:
- 64 1 020 64 1 020 Release Hook
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove instrument panel trim 51 45 030 Removing and Installing Instrument Panel Trim
Lever out solar sensor (1) with special tool 64 1 020 64 1 020 Release Hook in direction of arrow.
Feed wiring harness of solar sensor (1) out of retainers of instrument panel trim (2).
Remove solar sensor (1) from instrument panel trim (2).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.