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Installing the ignition coil of cylinder bank 1

Precondition 

Ignition is switched off.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to the ignition coil. 
The silicone hose of the ignition coil must not be contaminated by fuel as this can lead to failure of the ignition coil. 
  • When working on the fuel system, cover the ignition coils with suitable materials and remove where required.
  • Do not oil or grease the silicone tube of the spark plug socket. Do not  use any protection or maintenance products (e.g. silicone spray, rubber care products, rust remover, etc.).
NOTE: The description is provided only at one component. The procedure is the same for all other components.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Ignition coil
screw Tightening torque  8 Nm
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Wiring harness on the cylinder head cover
M6x16 screw Tightening torque  10 Nm
Nut M6 Tightening torque  10 Nm
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Installing control unit holder for cylinders 1 to 4 

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Electrostatic discharge. 
Damage to or destruction of electrical components. 
  • Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
  • Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
  • Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
  • Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
  • For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Follow instructions for removing and installing control units.
For additional information see: INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF CONTROL UNITS .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
If control units are disconnected, fault memory entries and functional limitations may occur.
The fault memory entries must be read out and, if necessary, deleted.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Control unit holder
Hexagon screw Tightening torque  8 Nm
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Installing the cover of the right DME control unit 

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