Installing all spark plugs
CAUTION:
Swirling dirt particles caused by compressed air.
Injury hazard!
Injury hazard!
- Collect dirt particles, e.g. when blowing out, use cloth to do so.
- Wear safety goggles.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Clean spark plug slot with compressed air.
The spark plug shafts must be cleaned using compressed air after having removed the ignition coils and before removing the spark plugs. After removing the spark plugs, check the sealing surface again for dirt contamination and if necessary, clean with a damp cloth or again with compressed air.
Deposits that have not been removed as prescribed can reach the combustion chamber and cause uncontrolled combustion there. Remaining deposits on the spark plug sealing surfaces may lead to leaks and the spark plugs may come loose during engine operation.
Spark plug threads must not be greased or oiled. Insufficiently tightened spark plugs may cause leaks and the sparks plugs may come loose during engine operation.
Clean spark plug slot with compressed air.
The spark plug shafts must be cleaned using compressed air after having removed the ignition coils and before removing the spark plugs. After removing the spark plugs, check the sealing surface again for dirt contamination and if necessary, clean with a damp cloth or again with compressed air.
Deposits that have not been removed as prescribed can reach the combustion chamber and cause uncontrolled combustion there. Remaining deposits on the spark plug sealing surfaces may lead to leaks and the spark plugs may come loose during engine operation.
Spark plug threads must not be greased or oiled. Insufficiently tightened spark plugs may cause leaks and the sparks plugs may come loose during engine operation.
- Insert the spark plug (1) in the special tool 0 496 065 (12 1 230)
.
- Do not drop the spark plug into the spark plug shaft. This can lead to a reduction of the electrode gap and so impair the smooth running of the engine, especially in idle mode.
- First, screw in the spark plugs into the engine hand-tight with the special tool 0 496 065 (12 1 230)
.
- Always use flexible ratchet extensions. If rigid mounting tools are used, there is a risk of insulator breakages.
- Also, do not use a variable plug connection with a locking option, there is also a risk of insulator breakage.
- Tighten spark plug with torque wrench, special tool 0 495 560 (12 1 220) and extension with joint.
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Spark plugs | ||
|---|---|---|
| M12x1.25 | Tightening torque | 23 Nm |