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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLDISTANCE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LONG RANGE SENSOR (LRR SENSOR) (FROM BUILD DATE 03/07)
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Removing and Installing/Replacing Long Range Sensor (LRR Sensor) (From Build Date 03/07)
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Removing and Installing/Replacing Long Range Sensor (LRR Sensor) (From Build Date 03/07)
66 31 016 - Removing and installing/replacing long range sensor (LRR sensor) (from build date 03/07)
Special tools required:
- 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge
Lever out trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge and remove.
Tape off bumper in working area (1) with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
Unclip long range sensor (2) from mounting.
Installation:
Make sure long range sensor (2) is correctly seated.
Secure long range sensor (1) against falling out.
Disconnect plug connection (2) and remove long range sensor (1).
Replacement:
- Carry out LRR sensor adjustment using BMW diagnosis system.
- Carry out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.
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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.