How to carry out replacement: ABS Sensor 523 i BMW E39
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How to change front ABS sensor on BMW 5 Saloon (E39) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW 5 (E39). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Copper grease
Multipurpose grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW 5 (E39). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – BMW 5 (E39). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 7
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 12
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  12. Step 14
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    Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
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