12 13 511 Replacing ignition coil (M60, M62): Installation

1. Position acoustic cover and press downwards until press-stud fasteners (1... 4) are heard to engage.

Fig 1: Identifying Acoustic Cover With Press-Stud Fastener

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Version 3 (E53): 

Turn fasteners on acoustic cover 90° counterclockwise.

Remove acoustic cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Fasteners On Acoustic Cover Version 3 (E53)

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Remove sealing caps on covers of ignition coils.

Release nuts.

Remove covers on ignition coils.

Fig 3: Removing Sealing Caps On Covers Of Ignition Coils

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1. Check profile seal (1) for damage and correct seating, replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Identifying Profile Seal

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Disconnect plug connections on ignition coils.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug Connections On Ignition Coils

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Release screw connections on ignition coils.

Remove ignition coils.

Fig 6: Releasing Screw Connections On Ignition Coils

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E31, E38, E39: 

Screw grounding straps to ignition coils of cylinders 3 and 6.

E53: 

Screw thin grounding cable (1) to ignition coil of cylinder 2 or 7.

Screw thick grounding cable (2) to ignition coil of cylinder 3 or 7.

Fig 7: Connecting Screw Thin Grounding Cable To Ignition Coil Of Cylinder 2 Or 7

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