Version 3 (E53):

Turn fasteners on acoustic cover 90° counterclockwise.

Remove acoustic cover.

Fig 1: Removing Acoustic Cover

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Remove sealing caps on covers of ignition coils.

Release nuts.

Remove covers on ignition coils.

Fig 2: Removing Covers On Ignition Coils

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