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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSAIR FLOW METER/SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Air Flow Meter/Sensor: Service and Repair
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Service and Repair
13 62 560 - Removing and installing/replacing air-mass flow sensor (S85)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
- Switch off ignition
Note:
Illustration shows and description refers to the left air-mass flow sensor. The procedure is identical for the right air-mass flow sensor.
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Unfasten screws.
Pull air-mass flow sensor (2) out of intake filter housing.
Installation:
Check sealing ring between air-mass flow sensor and intake filter housing for damage, replace if necessary.
Note:
Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the 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:
- • 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.