12 12 011 Replacing all spark plugs (S65)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Switch off ignition.
REMOVE ALL IGNITION COILS.

IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles.
Oil and dirt particles may get into your eyes!

Clean spark connector slot with compressed air.

Unscrew spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171 and an extension with a joint.

Installation note:

First, hand-tighten the spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171 and with an extension with a joint into the engine.

Then tighten the spark plugs using a torque wrench, special tool 12 1 171 and an extension with a joint.

Observe tightening torque.

Tightening torque 12 12 2AZ .

Fig 1: Removing Spark Plug Using Special Tool (12 1 171)

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