Install the ignition coils of cylinder bank 2

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.

Before installing the ignition coils: Fuse the spark plug shafts (2) out with an air gun (1) .
The spark plug shafts must be free from oil, fuel residue, and coolant residue.

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Check the anti-twist lock (1) .
The rubber seal of the ignition coil must completely enclose the opening for the spark plug on the cylinder head cover.

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Position the ignition coil and gently push it to the stop, if necessary by twisting it back and forth slightly.
Push connector (1) onto the ignition coil with the connector fastener (2) open.
Carefully close the connector fastener (2) .
On closing locking lever, the connector (1) must lie on counter piece almost gap-free. In the process, the crank webs of the locking lever are positioned inside the counter piece.

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Ensure that no cables are crushed or damaged.
The connector fastener must snap into place without great effort.
Repair damaged cables.

Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING CONDUIT ON BANK 2 .
Refer to ATTACHING COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .
Refer to INSTALLING THE HOLDER OF THE DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL UNIT .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to ACTIVATING VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .