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How to Remove the Air Temperature Sensor of a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Instrument cluster

Do you want to perform maintenance on your BMW yourself? Let's see how to proceed with removing an air temperature sensor. Lift your car with a column lift to the desired height, then, using a metal serrated trim tool, remove the plastic rivets securing the wheel splash shield. Unscrew the screws located under the bumper with a screwdriver or socket wrench. Remove the lower piece of the splash shield where the dedicated air temperature sensor is located. Replace it with the new part and reassemble everything in reverse order.

Updated on 25 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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Watch this video to learn how to remove the glove compartment from the rear cover of the centre console on a Renault Scenic. Use a plastic lever to pry at the edge of the side plastics as shown in the video. Once the plastics are removed, unscrew the screws located at the sides of the centre console with a suitable screwdriver, and disconnect all the power connectors. Remove the side rests from the glove compartment. Fit the new piece onto the centre cover and proceed with the assembly of the remaining parts, working in reverse order.

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