Version With Single-Spark Ignition Coils:

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Mount special tool 12 7 041 on ignition coils and connect to special tool 12 7 043.

Fig 1: Mounting Special Tool On Ignition Coils And Connect To Special Tool Disassembling

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Connect DIS Tester with RZV connecting lead to last test adapter (RZV = static ignition distribution).

Connect trigger pliers of DIS tester to feed line on ignition coil of 1st cylinder.

Select "Measurement".
Select "Preset measurements".

Subsequent procedure in accordance with DIS instructions.

Fig 2: Connecting DIS Tester

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