M60, M62, S62:

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Use adapter set 12 7 040 to check ignition coils.

NOTE: Attach special tool 12 7 045 to single adapter 12 7 041.

Fig 1: Checking Ignition Coil Using Adapter

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Switch off ignition!

Attach single adapters 12 7 041 to ignition coils of left and right cylinder banks.

Fig 2: Attaching Single Adapters To Ignition Coils Of Left And Right Cylinder Banks

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Connect single adapters 12 7 041 with connecting cable set 12 7 043.

NOTE: Pass long connecting cable over engine.

Fig 3: Connecting Single Adapters With Connecting Cable Set

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Connect DIS Tester to diagnosis socket. Connect RZV connection line of DIS Tester to last test adapter.

Connect trigger pliers of DIS Tester to supply lead of ignition coil of 1st cylinder.

Select MEASUREMENT
Select PRESET MEASUREMENTS
Select SECONDARY IGNITION SIGNAL
Select STATIONARY IGNITION DISTRIBUTION
Select 8 CYLINDERS

For subsequent procedure, follow DIS instructions.

Notes on troubleshooting using adapter set:

Normal oscillogram, refer to 12 13 ... Normal oscillogram (M, S, W engines only) .
Ignition coil comparison, coil fault, Spark plug fault, Additional fault patterns, or Fault on injection system, refer to 12 13 009 CHECKING IGNITION COILS (M62) , 12 13 009 CHECKING IGNITION COILS (SECONDARY) and .12 13 NOTES ON CHECKING IGNITION SYSTEM .

Fig 4: Connecting DIS Tester To Diagnosis Socket

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