12 13 512 Removing and installing/replacing all ignition coils (S65)

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Read out fault memory of DME control unit
• Switch off ignition
• REMOVE AIR FILTER HOUSING
• Release and raise coolant expansion tank, do not kink hoses
• Remove ignition coil cover on left and right

Pull off plug (1).

Pull out ignition coil (2) in upward direction with aid of 11 9 980 EXTRACTOR .

This tool is essential to ensure damage-free removal of the ignition coils.

This procedure is applicable to all ignition coils.

Installation 

Insert rubber seal on ignition coils between guides in cylinder head cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Ignition Coil

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