Sensors for BMW 3 Series E46 (1999-2005)

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When it comes to BMW and Mini, there is no shortage of sensors on your vehicle! Below you can find many of the crucial sensors that lead to error messages and check engine lights being displayed when a fault has occurred. Get your BMW/MINI back on the road with these Genuine BMW or high-quality OEM parts.

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Turner Alpha-N IAT Sensor Relocation Kit - S54 S62 S85
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Turner Plug-And-Play Alpha-N IAT Sensor Relocation Kit
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What can you do to get rid of this heat soak? Turner designed an IAT relocation kit that moves the intake air temp sensor to a cooler location. Mounting the sensor further away from the heat source and isolating it from the MAF housing, it can both resist the effects of heat soak longer and respond to temperature changes more quickly. The result is you’ll experience reduced torque loss and more consistent power output when you’re pushing your engine hard.
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Turner Plug-and-Play IAT Relocation Kit
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All vehicles will lose some degree of performance due to heat soak under the right operating conditions.  Engine management systems constantly monitor operating conditions and modifying parameters based on sensor inputs. BMW integrated the intake air temp sensor in the MAF housing on models such as the E39 M5, and, being sandwiched behind a hot radiator and in some applications next to an even hotter valve cover, this is less than ideal for performance applications. Absorbing excess heat from its surroundings, the MAF can’t shed it fast enough, and the ECU reads an inaccurately high intake air temperature. Compensating for this false hot air measurement, the ECU pulls timing and runs a richer fuel mixture, resulting in a significant loss of torque.

What can you do?  Locate an intake air temp sensor in a location where it can properly measure incoming air temps and where it's less prone to heat soak. Mounting the sensor further away from the heat source and isolating it from the MAF housing, it can both resist the effects of heat soak longer and respond to temperature changes more quickly.  The result is you’ll experience reduced torque loss and more consistent power output when you’re pushing your engine hard. 

The Turner engineering team was initially skeptical of the claimed performance benefits of this modification. They first set out validate the functionality and performance benefit of a temp sensor relocation. Replicating stop-and-go traffic heat soak in a 2001 540i was a simple task in a controlled environment - their dynometer. First the car was heat soaked to simulate being stuck in traffic or moving at low speeds by running the car four times on the dyno with the dyno's cooling fans disabled. The fans were then turned on for three more runs to observe the recovery rate once air flow was reintroduced. The test: following this procedure once with a stock IAT, and once with their relocation kit in place. 

The result? Turner recovered 11lb-ft torque at 2500rpm through use of their relocation kit, with even greater recovery to be found for M5 owners. Here are the heat soak-related torque losses Turner experienced:

Stock IAT location:
18rwtq at 2500rpm
10rwtq at 3000rpm
9rwtq at 3700rpm

Turner IAT Relocation:
7rwtq at 2500rpm
5rwtq at 3000rpm
5rwtq at 3700rpm

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The Turner engineering team designed a complete plug and play kit (unlike all other options on the market) that makes for quick, easy, and reversible installation. Weather-sealed connectors keep out the elements, while sheathed wiring offers a clean appearance underhood. With a harness nearly 3 feet long - the Turner IAT relocation kit offers flexibility in positioning, but not too long that you're left with unsightly excess wiring. Turner recommends positioning the sensor in a location away from engine heat, but still within the intake ducting to achieve accurate intake temp readings - such as the far side of the base of the airbox. Vehicles with cold air intakes with cone-style filters can even position the sensor in the end of the filter. Simply drill a hole in your (cool) location of choice and plug in the harness. More information including installation instructions and some good examples of sensor mounting locations can be found in our DIY PDF. 

We include everything you need to relocate your IAT, just select your desired sensor brand below - Genuine BMW or original equipment Beru.

Also the perfect plug-n-play option for anyone looking to upgrade their intake to utilize an Alpha-N tune!

Note for vehicles with M62 engine: applicable to 1999 and up

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Meyle Crankshaft Position Sensor - E36, E39, E46, E53, E60, E83, Z3, ...
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Febi Camshaft Position Sensor - Intake - E39 E46 E53 E60 E83 Z3 Z4 ...
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Meyle Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor - BMW S54 S62
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Don't let a failing camshaft position sensor rob your vehicle of power or cut your track day short. This Meyle replacement camshaft sensor is built to deliver fast, highly accurate data to the ECU, preventing the performance drops, sluggish throttle response, and rough idling caused by worn-out factory electronics. Engineered to withstand high underhood heat and intense vibrations, it keeps your ignition timing and fuel delivery tightly synced, whether you are daily driving or pushing through high-RPM pulls.
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Knock Sensor
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This sensor detects engine knocking or pinging and adjusts the timing to ensure optimal engine performance and efficiency.
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A faulty cam sensor can lead to issues like difficulty starting and stalling at low speeds. Replacing the cam sensor often resolves many drivability problems. Requires O-ring #12141748398 (not included).
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Meyle M52 M54 Camshaft Position Sensor - 12147539165 - E46, E39, E60,...
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A bad cam sensor can cause a variety of problems from hard starting to stalling at low speeds. Cam sensor replacement has been known to cure many drivabilty issues.

3 Pin Connector
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the camshaft position sensor.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

*OEM cross reference PN# 12521433917 - Commonly used for the camshaft position sensor.

Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering.

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Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
Wire De-pin tools:
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23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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3 Pin Connector
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the engine oil level sensor.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

*OEM cross reference PN# 12521433915 - Commonly used for the engine oil level sensor.

Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering.

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Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
Wire De-pin tools:
12pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#386379
23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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LK-2M 2 Pin Connector Package
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the engine oil pressure switch.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

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Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
Wire De-pin tools:
12pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#386379
23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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3 Pin Connector
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the crankshaft position sensor.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

*OEM cross reference PN# 12521433916 - Commonly used for the crankshaft position sensor.

Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering.

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Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
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23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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3 Pin Connector
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the camshaft position sensor.

ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need.

Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation.

*OEM cross reference PN# 12521732596 - Commonly used for the camshaft position sensor.

Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering.

Suggested tools:

Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193
Wire De-pin tools:
12pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#386379
23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943

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Febi Outdoor Temperature Sensor / Probe
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2 Pin Connector
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Includes connector housing with terminals and seals. Commonly used for the engine oil pressure switch. ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have a broken harness connector or need a complete wiring repair, we have the components you need. Each connector includes an additional terminal in case one becomes lost or damaged during installation. *OEM cross reference PN# 12521427615 - Commonly used for the engine oil pressure switch. Please reference the original part number from the existing connector to confirm fitment, before ordering. Suggested tools: Suggested crimping pliers: T#387193 Wire De-pin tools: 12pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#386379 23pc De-Pin Tool Set - T#641943
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Keep your BMW’s engine management system operating at peak performance with this replacement crankshaft position sensor from Febi Bilstein.
Meyle Air Temperature Sensor - 13621739510 - E36, E46, E39, E38, E83,...
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Meyle S54 M3 Crankshaft Speed Sensor - 13627548994 - E46 M3
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Meyle Outdoor Temperature Sensor / Probe
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