12 13 511 Replacing ignition coil (S54)

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Turn off ignition.

Remove heater bulkhead.

Remove engine vent (1).

Fig 1: Removing Engine Vent And Oil Filler Cap

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Release screws.

Unscrew oil filler cap (2).

Remove cover.

Unlock plug lock (1) for ignition coil.

Fig 2: Unlocking Plug Lock For Ignition Coil

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Detach plug (1) from ignition coil.

Fig 3: Detaching Plug From Ignition Coil

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Withdraw ignition coil.

This removal procedure is applicable to all ignition coils.

Installation :

The lug on the cylinder head (2) must be inserted in the opening on the underside (1) of the rubber seal.

Fig 4: Withdrawing Ignition Coil

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.
Check stored fault messages.
Rectify faults.

Then clear fault memory.