Removing ignition coil of cylinder bank 2
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Preliminary work
- Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to REMOVING THE COVER PANEL OF THE SLAVE DME CONTROL DEVICE .
- Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
- Refer to REMOVING HOLDER OF DME CONTROL UNIT FOR CYLINDERS 5 TO 8 .
- Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING THE COOLANT EXPANSION TANK .
- Refer to REMOVING THE WIRING HARNESS FROM THE 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 .
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.
- Unlock the connector fastener (2) of the ignition coil and disconnect the connector (1).
- Ensure that no cables are crushed or damaged. Repair damaged cables.
- Slowly pull the ignition coil (3) up and take out without jerking it.
Pulling out the ignition coil (3) with jerks may cause the silicone hose to tear.
- After removing the ignition coils: Fuse off the silicone hose (1) of the ignition coils with an air gun (2).
The ignition coils must be free from oil, fuel residue, and coolant residue.