12 13 512 Removing and installing/replacing all ignition coils (S65)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
REMOVE AIR FILTER HOUSING
Release and raise coolant expansion tank, do not kink hoses
Remove ignition coil cover on left and right

Pull off plug (1).

Pull out ignition coil (2) in upward direction with aid of 11 9 980 EXTRACTOR .

This tool is essential to ensure damage-free removal of the ignition coils.

This procedure is applicable to all ignition coils.

Installation

Insert rubber seal on ignition coils between guides in cylinder head cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Ignition Coil

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NOTE: Assemble engine.
Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.