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- Installation is reverse of removal:
Use new copper sealing washers when installing sensor.
Replace any lost coolant.
Tightening torque
Temperature sensor to cylinder head
13 Nm (10 ft-lb)
Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor,
testing and replacing
4 The intake airtemperature (IAT) sensor, located at the top of
I the intake manifold, adapts (fine tunes) the fuel mixture and i
T engine timing based on varying intake air temperatures.
i If the intaite air temperature signal is implausible, a fault code
! is set and the MIL is illuminated when OBD I1 fault criteria are
I exceeded. The ECM then operates the engine using the ECT
i sensor sional inout as a back uo.
type sensor. In other words,
a> the temperature rises, resis-
tance through the sensor decreases.
lid I The IATsensor can be tested using a multimeter:
/IAT sensor resistance at 20'C (68°F) 2.2 - 2.7 kd
Remove engine cover by prying off plastic trim caps (arrows)
and removing nuts below caps.

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Engine control module (ECM),
removing and installing
The ECM uses stored functions and processing programs to
process the input signals from the sensors. These input sig-
nals are used to calculate the control (output) signals to the
actuators
(e.g., ignition coils, injectors).
NOTE-
Consult an authorized BMW dealer before replacing the
ECM.
- Disconnect negative (-) battery cable. Wait approximately
one minute.
CAUTION-
Prior to disconnecting the batteg read the battery discon-
nection cautions
in 001 General Warnings and Cautions.
4 Access engine control module (ECM):
Release
interlor ventilation filter cover latch (A) and re-
move cover.
Release plastic loclting tab
(B).
Rotate air duct inward (arrow) to unloclt from bulk head
and remove duct.
Release spring lock
(C) to remove lower filter housing.
Slide
f~lter hous~ng away from inner fender to remove.
- Remove electrical box (E-box) cover fasteners and remove
cover.
- If testing ECM or connected components, use breakout box
to allow tests to be made with connector attached to ECM.
This prevents damage to small terminals in connector.
- - As an alternative, harness connector housing can be sepa-
rated so that electrical checks can be made from
back of con-
nector.
4 If replacing ECM, disconnect control module harness con-
nector (arrow) by releasing fastener and pivoting connector
up and off ECM.

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ECM relay, testing
The engine control module (ECM) relay is energized via the
ECM and supplies battery positive
(B+) power to many of the
engine
management components and subsystems. If this re-
lay is faulty, the engine will not start.
CAUTIOI\C
Relay positions can vary. Be sure to confirm relay position by
identifying the wiring
in the socket using the wiring diagrams
in ELE Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
NOTE-
The ECM relay is also referred to as the DME main relay.
ECM relay powers:
* ECM
Ignition coils
Fuel injection
Evaporative leak detection pump
(5.2.1 only)
Idle air actuator
Camshaft sensors Evaporative emissions valve
Hot film mass air flow sensor
Fuel pump relay
Oxygen sensor heaters
4 Working in right rear of engine compartment:
Release interior ventilation filter cover latch
(A) and re-
move cover.
Release plastic locking tab
(B).
Rotate duct inward (arrow) to unloclc from bulk head and
remove duct.
0 Release spring lock (C) to remove lower filter housing.
Slide filter housing away from inner fender to remove.
- Remove electrical box (E-box) cover fasteners and remove
cover.

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varies as the coolant temperature (sensor resistance) chang-
es.
NOTE-
The ECT sensor is an NTC (negative temperature coeff-
cient) type sensor. In other words, as the temperature rises,
resistance through the sensor decreases.
If the ETC sensor input is faulty or non-plausible, the MILis il-
luminated when OBD
II fault criteria are exceeded. The ECM
assumes a substitute value
(8OoC/176"F) to maintain engine
operation. The ignition timing is set to a
conservativelsafe ba-
sic setting.
4 Disconnect ECT sensor harness (A)
- Checlc ECT sensor resistance using a multimeter at sensor
terminals
3 and 4. Peel back protective boot (B) to ID termi-
nal numbers on connector housing.
/ ECT sensor resistance @l 2O" C (68°F) 2.2 - 2.7 kd
WARNING -
Due to risk of personal injug be sure the engine is cold be-
fore disconnecting ECT harness connector.
Sensor replacement: Disconnect ECT sensor harness (A).
- Unscrew ECT sensor from cylinder head and install new sen-
sor.
Use new copper sealing washers
when installing sensor.
Replace any lost coolant.
Tightening torque
ECT sensor to coolant flange 13 Nm (I0 it-lb)

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Intake air temperature
([AT) sensor,
testing and replacing
Disconnect harness connector from intake air temperature
sensor
(A) at air filter housing.
Turn ignition on. Using a digital voltmeter, check for
5 volts
between supply voltage wire in connector and ground.
If volt-
age is not present, test ECM
inputs/outputs as described lat-
er.
With harness connector disconnected, test resistance across
sensor terminals. If any faults are found, replace IAT sensor.
IAT test resistance
0 lV *lac (50" i-2°F) 7-1 1.6 k.0.
020' kl°C (68' 322°F) 2.1-2.9 it.0.
080" ?lac (176" i-2°F) 0.27-0.40 itn
Auxiliary throttle valve (ADS)
(M62 and M62 TU engine), replacing
ADS components 540i models with ASC and DSC are fitted with a motor-driv-
en auxiliary throttle valve and housing ahead of the standard Throttle position switch throttle housing. The ADS throttle valve controls engine throt-
tle intervention based on signals from the DME control mod-
ule if road conditions, such as slipping driven wheel, warrant
reduced engine power.
ADS throttle housing
Bowden cable NOTE-
Before replacing the ADS throttle housing, read DME fault
ADS lhroltle actualor codes.
- ADS throttle housing replacement:
Switch off ignition and disconnect electrical connector on
ADS throttle body.
Remove hose from idle control valve.
Loosen hose clamps and remove throttle housing air in-
take boot.
Disconnect cable from ADS throttle body.
- Unscrew 3 bolts and remove ADS throttle body.
Installation is reverse of removal.
- Adjust cable so that no free play is present.

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ECM relay
--
CAUTION-
Relay positions can vary Be sure to confirm relay position by
identifying the wiring in the
socl(et using the wiring diagrams
in ELE Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
Working in right rear of engine compartment:
Release interior ventilation filter cover latch
(A) and re-
move cover.
Release plastic locking tab
(B).
Rotate duct inward (arrow) to unlock from bulk head and
remove duct.
Release spring
loclt (C) to remove lower filter housing.
Slide filter housing away from inner fender to remove.
- Remove electrical box (E-box) cover fasteners and remove
cover.
4 With ignition off, remove main relay (arrow) in electronics
box (E-box) at right rear of engine compartment.
NOTE-
Relay locations can vary Confirm relay identification by
matching wiring colors and terminal numbers.
4 Check for voltage at terminal 6 of main relay socket (30-red
wire).
If battery voltage is present, continue testing.
If battery voltage is not present, check large red wire in re-
lay socltet. See ELE Electrical Wiring Diagrams.
- Reinstall relay and turn ignition on. Gain access to underside
of relay socket and check for ground at terminal
4 (85-brown
wire).
If ground is present, continue testing.
If ground is not present, switched ground signal from ECM
is missing. Check wire between ECM and relay.
- With ignition on and relay installed, check for battery voltage
at terminal
2 (87-redlwhite wire).
If battery voltage is present, relay has energized and is
functioning correctly.
If battery voltage is not present and all earlier tests are OK.
relay is faulty and should be replaced.

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Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor,
testing
The ECT sensor is located on the front of the engine in the
coolant~thermostat flange. The ECT sensor is a dual temper-
ature sensor. One circuit provides coolant temperature infor-
mation to the ECM while the other circuit provides coolant
temperature information to the instrument cluster.
The ECM determines the correct ignition timing and
airlfuel
mixture required for the engine by monitoring an applied volt-
age
(5 vdc) to the sensor. Thevoltage drop across the sensor
varies as the coolant temperature (sensor resistance) chang-
es.
NOTE-
The ECT sensor is an NTC (negative temperature coeffi-
cient) type sensor. In other words, as the temperature rises,
resistance through the sensor decreases.
If the ETC sensor input is faulty or non-plausible, the MIL is il-
luminated when OBD
II fault criteria are exceeded. The ECM
assumes a substitute value
(80" C/ 176°F) to maintain engine
operation. The ignition timing is set to a
conse~ativelsafe ba-
sic setting.
Disconnect harness from
ECTsensor (A) at coolant flange at
front of engine.
- Check ECT sensor resistance using a multimeter at sensor
terminals
3 and 4. Peel back protective boot (B) to ID termi-
nal numbers on connector housing.
I ECT sensor resistance @ 20" C (68°F) I 2.2 - 2.7 lkCi
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor,
replacing
I WARNING-
/ Due to risk ofpersonal injury, be sure the engine is cold be- I
I fore replacin~~~~sensor. -
-
I
- Disconnect ECT sensor harness.
- Unscrew ECT sensor from cylinder head and install new sen-
sor.
Use new copper sealing washers when installing sensor.
Replace any lost coolant.
Tightening torque
ECT sensor to coolant flange 13 Nm (10 it-lb)

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Activated carbon canister I fuel tank leak
detection unit
(LDP or DMTL), removing . . -
and installing
- Raise rear end of car and support safely.
CAUTION-
Make sure the car is stable and well supported at all times.
Use a professional automotive lift
orjack stands designed for
the purpose.
A floor jack is not adequate support.
- Remove left rear wheel and inner fender panel
Remove carbon canisterlfuel tank leak detection unit
(V-8 model shown):
Disconnect electrical harness connector
(A) from fuel tank
leak detection unit.
Pinch and remove quick-disconnect fittings at intake line to
air filter housing
(5) and hose to expansion tank (C).
* Remove mounting clamp and lower canister with fuel tank
leak detection unit.
Installation is reverse of removal.
Tightening
torques
Hose clamp 8 - 13 mm dia. 2 Nrn (18 in-lb)
Hose clamp
13 - 16 rnm dia 3 Nm (27 in-lb)
Running losses (312-way) valve,
removing and installing
The running losses (312-way) valve is located under the car
beneath the driver's seat, just ahead of the fuel filter. A protec-
tive covershieldsfuel system components from road hazards
and dirt.
The engine control module
(ECM) controls the operation of
the 312-way valve (pulse-width modulated). On engine start
up, the valve solenoid is energized for 20 seconds in order to
supply full fuel volume to the fuel rail.
After20 seconds, the
solenoid is deactivated and sprung closed (the bypass is
opened). This reduces the amount of fuel circulating through
the fuel rail and diverts the excess to return to the fuel tank
through the fuel pressure regulator.
The fuel injectors are supplied with pressurized fuel, but ex-
cess fuel is diverted to the fuel tank without first passing
through the fuel rail. This prevents the excess fuel from ab-
sorbing heat in the engine compartment, thus lowering the
temperature and amount of vaporization in the fuel tank.