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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2011128I CONVERTIBLE (E88) L6-3.0L (N51)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOIL PRESSURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2011 BMW 128i Convertible (E88) L6-3.0L (N51)
Oil Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair
2011 BMW 128i Convertible (E88) L6-3.0L (N51)SECTION Service and Repair
12 61 280 Removing And Installing/replacing Oil Pressure Sensor (N52, N52K, N51, N54, N53)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Turn off ignition
- N52, N52K, N51, N53 only:
- Remove ignition coil cover
- N54 only:
- Remove intake silencer housing
WARNING:
Scalding hazard.
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.
Installation location:
Oil filter housing, front left.
Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Release oil pressure sensor (2).
Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ.
Installation:
Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.