I definitely will not be splicing -- and am considering have it installed by a local shop for $50, since I do not want the "seized bolt" syndrome I always encounter with every DIY job. (However, because this sensor is only 3 weeks old, removing it should not be too troublesome, despite it not having anti-seize paste pre-installed.)

I checked the wires for corrosion or defects and found none, although the signal wire connector seemed loose and disconnected without being pulled. The connectors were also not replaced securely into the bracket by the installer but I don't know if that amounts to much.

Hopefully it is just a faulty sensor and nothing else.

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2008 E350 4matic / Black/Anthracite

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Gone but not Forgotten:
2001 E430 4matic, 206,xxx miles, Black/Charcoal
1995 E320, 252,xxx miles, Black/Grey
1989 260E, 223,00 miles, Black/Black