Ignition System Overview
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- For trouble-free operation of the electrical components a voltage of at least 11.5 V is necessary.
- It is possible that the control module will recognize a malfunction and store a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) during some tests. After completing all checks and repairs, check the DTC memory and erase the memory, if necessary Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- If the engine only starts briefly and then turns off again after troubleshooting, repair or checking of the components, it may be that the immobilizer is blocking the Engine Control Module (ECM). The ECM may have to be adapted then. Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- Harness Connector for Knock Sensor (KS) 2 -G66-
- Gray
- Contacts gold plated
- Installed position, refer to Fig 2
- Harness Connector for Knock Sensor (KS) 1 -G61-
- Green
- Contacts gold plated
- Installed position, refer to Fig 2
- Knock Sensor 2 -G66-
- Pay attention to the installed position: the cable connect faces outward 45° to the right
- Knock Sensor 1 -G61-
- Pay attention to the installed position: the cable connection faces downward
- Bolt
- 20 Nm
- Tightening specifications affect function of Knock Sensor (KS)
- Ignition Coil with Power Output Stage -N70, N127, N291, N292, N323-
- Removing and installing, refer to IGNITION COILS WITH POWER OUTPUT STAGES .
- Spark Plug
- 25 Nm
- Type and electrode gap, refer to TEST DATA AND SPARK PLUGS .
- Remove and install with the Spark Plug Removal Tool3122 B. Refer to TEST DATA AND SPARK PLUGS .
- Bolt
- 10 Nm
- Camshaft Position Sensor -G40-
- Contacts gold plated
- O-ring
- No replacement part
- Green for Knock Sensor 1 -G61-
- Gray for Knock Sensor 2 -G66-