12 13 511 Replacing ignition coil (N62TU)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Remove INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .

Release screws and remove holder (1).

Pull ignition coil covers (2) out of rubber grommets.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder And Ignition Coil Covers

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Unlock plug fastener (1) of ignition coil.

Fig 2: Unlocking Plug Fastener

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Detach ignition coil connector in direction of arrow.

Pull out ignition coil (2).

This procedure is applicable to all ignition coils.

Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Coil

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Installation:

Insert rubber seal on ignition coils (2) between guides.

Fig 4: Identifying Ignition Coils

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Assemble engine.

NOTE: Read out DME fault memory.
Check function of DME.