12 13 511 Replacing ignition coils (N12, N16)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Release bolts and remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Locating Cover Bolts

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Unlock connector fastener (1) of ignition coil (2) and disconnect connector.

Pull ignition coil (2) up and out.

This procedure is applicable to all ignition coils.

Fig 2: Removing Connector Fastener Of Ignition Coil

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Installation note:

Check that rubber seal of ignition coil (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Locating Rubber Seal Of Ignition Coil

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Installation note:

Push connector (1) with connector fastener (2) open onto ignition coil.

Carefully close connector fastener (2) in direction of arrow.

The connector fastener must snap into place without great effort.

Fig 4: Closing Connector Fastener

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NOTE: Delete fault memory.