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Air Charge Temperature Sensor Replacement Service

How much does a Air Charge Temperature Sensor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW M3 Air Charge Temperature Sensor Replacement is $132 with $37 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2012 BMW M3V8-4.0LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$287.34Shop/Dealer Price$352.81 - $453.59
2018 BMW M3L6-3.0L TurboService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$259.16Shop/Dealer Price$300.62 - $386.65
2017 BMW M3L6-3.0L TurboService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$192.67Shop/Dealer Price$227.11 - $307.88
1995 BMW M3L6-3.0LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$168.75Shop/Dealer Price$212.18 - $286.24
2003 BMW M3L6-3.2LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$396.10Shop/Dealer Price$497.40 - $705.35
2009 BMW M3V8-4.0LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$253.34Shop/Dealer Price$318.88 - $419.71
2010 BMW M3V8-4.0LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$261.84Shop/Dealer Price$326.80 - $427.20
2013 BMW M3V8-4.0LService typeAir Charge Temperature Sensor ReplacementEstimate$261.84Shop/Dealer Price$328.39 - $429.97
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What is the Air Charge Temperature Sensor all about?

Air is essential to engine operation. In fact, your engine is really just a giant pump designed to suck in as much air as possible. This air is mixed with fuel vapors (atomized gasoline) and then ignited. Without the right mix of air and fuel, the ignition will be off (too rich or too lean). A number of factors must be taken into account where airflow is concerned, including density, volume and temperature.

The air charge temperature sensor is mounted to your intake, and works in tandem with other sensors to ensure that the car’s computer has the right information necessary to adjust the air/fuel ratio appropriately for the demands of the driver. Really, the air charge temperature sensor just measures the temperature of the incoming air. Warm air is less dense, while cool air is denser. This gives the computer the data necessary to adjust the mixture to provide the right performance.

Over time, the air charge temperature sensor is exposed to high heat levels from the engine, and it will eventually fail through normal wear and tear.

Keep in mind:

  • The air charge temperature sensor is not part of any maintenance inspection.
  • The sensor mounts to the manifold, where temperatures are very high, so we don’t recommend attempting to replace it yourself.
  • A failing air charge temperature sensor will trigger the Check Engine light.

How it's done:

  • The air charge temperature sensor is verified to see if it needs to be replaced
  • The defective air charge temp sensor is removed
  • The new air charge temp sensor is installed
  • The air charge temp sensor is tested for operation
  • The vehicle is tested to ensure proper operation of the air charge temp sensor

Our recommendation:

The air charge temperature sensor is just one of several essential components that ensures your engine is able to operate correctly and provide the performance you need. Over time, it can wear and fail. If that happens, you can expect to see poor engine performance, and the Check Engine light will come on. If you suspect the air charge temperature sensor has failed or is failing, have one of our expert mechanics inspect and replace the sensor if required.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Air Charge Temperature Sensor?

  • Check Engine light is on
  • The engine idles rough
  • Lean/rich operation

How important is this service?

Without the necessary information about air volume, density and temperature, your car’s computer cannot determine the right air/fuel mixture. As a result, you could see either lean or rich operation, both of which can damage the engine. Replace a faulty air charge temperature sensor as soon as possible.

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BMW M3 L6-3.2L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Spring, Texas
Mechanic was punctual, polite and did inspection as expected. Overall satisfied. Still I question his less than "very good" rating of brake fluid condition given that brake service had been completed 3,000 mi / 8 months prior to inspection.

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BMW M3 L6-3.2L - Low Oil Level Sensor - Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
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