Installing all spark plugs
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NOTE:
The description is provided only at one component. The procedure is the same for all other components.
- Insert spark plug (1) into special tool 0 496 065 (12 1 230) .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Do not drop spark plug into spark plug shaft! This can lead to a reduction of the electrode gap and can thus impair smooth running of the engine, especially in idle position.
Do not drop spark plug into spark plug shaft! This can lead to a reduction of the electrode gap and can thus impair smooth running of the engine, especially in idle position.
- Screw the spark plugs hand-tight into the engine using special tool 0 496 065 (12 1 230) .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Exclusively swiveling extensions may be used for the reversible ratchet. Rigid mounting tool and variable plug connections with rigid option may not be used; there is a risk that the insulator breaks.
Exclusively swiveling extensions may be used for the reversible ratchet. Rigid mounting tool and variable plug connections with rigid option may not be used; there is a risk that the insulator breaks.
- Tighten the spark plugs with the torque wrench, the special tool 0 495 560 (12 1 220)
and with a pivotable extension.TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Spark plugs M12x1.25 tightening torque 23 Nm
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING ALL IGNITION COILS .
- Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
- Refer to INSTALLING THE STRUT BRACE .