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Home >> BMW >> 1998 >> 740iL >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> Tune-Up >> ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS - 740i & 740iL >> Ignition coil >> 12 13 009 Checking ignition coils (secondary coil) >> Special tools required:

Special tools required:

Carry out secondary voltage check using test adapter 12 7 040.

IMPORTANT: Observe safety precautions. Switch off ignition.
NOTE: The following checks can be carried out with the adapter kit:
  • Secondary voltage check
  • Comparison between ignition coils from different manufacturers
  • Ignition coil faults
  • Spark plug faults
  • Injection system faults
    Fig 1: Identifying Test Adapter Kit
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Connect special tool 12 7 043 (connecting cable) to special tool 12 7 041 (single adapter).

Fig 2: Identifying Connecting Cable
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NOTE: Checks on engines with single spark ignition coils: Special tool 12 7 041 (single adapter) in conjunction with special tool 12 7 045 for fitting onto ignition coil.
Fig 3: Installing Special Tool
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Remove cover for ignition coils.