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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2004325CI CONVERTIBLE (E46) L6-2.5L (M54)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 BMW 325Ci Convertible (E46) L6-2.5L (M54)
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2004 BMW 325Ci Convertible (E46) L6-2.5L (M54)SECTION Service and Repair
Removing And Installing/Replacing Air-mass Flow Sensor (S54)
Turn off ignition.
Unlock plug (2) and detach from air-mass flow sensor (1).
Release screws (3).
Withdraw air-mass flow sensor (1) from intake pipe.
Installation Note: Check O-ring for damage, replace if necessary.
NOTE:
Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.
Check stored fault messages.
Rectify faults.
Then clear fault memory.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.