BMW 7 Series: Ignition Wires, Spark Plugs
REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (N54, N63, N74)
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Switch off ignition.
- Remove IGNITION COILS.
IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles.
Oil and dirt particles may get into your eyes!
Clean spark plug slot with compressed air.
Unscrew spark plugs with special tool 12 1 220 and extension with min. 8º bend.
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Fig. 14: Unscrewing Spark Plugs With Special Tool (12 1 220)
Attach new spark plug (1) to special tool 12 1 230.
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Fig. 15: Attaching Spark Plug To Special Tool (12 1 230)
Screw spark plug with special tool 12 1 230 hand-tight into cylinder head plug thread as far as it will go.
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Fig. 16: Screwing Spark Plug With Special Tool (12 1 230)
Installation note: Tighten spark plugs with torque wrench, special tool 12 1 220 and extension with min. 8º bend.
Observe tightening torque.
Tightening torque 12 12 2AZ.
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Fig. 17: Tightening Spark Plugs With Torque Wrench, Special Tool (12 1 220)
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Ignition Coil
NOTES ON CHECKING IGNITION SYSTEM
Troubleshooting
Fault in fuel injection system
Spark plug faults
Ignition coil faults
Further fault patterns with evaluation
Additional fault notes for troubles
Coding Control Module (DME/DDE)
Switch off ignition.
Connect MoDiC or DIS/GT1 Tester.
Switch on ignition.
Select "Coding" program.
For subsequent procedure, follow instructions in MoDiC or DIS/GT1 Tester.
Carry out adjustment of
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Seat and armrest heating
Concept
The system heats seats and armrests as
needed.
General information
Seat heating can also be used without armrest
heating. Deactivate the armrest heating as
needed.
Overview
Front
Seat and armrest heating
Rear
Seat and armrest heating
Switching on
Press the button once for each
temperatu
Checking Camshaft Timing On Left Side (N63)
Notes
IMPORTANT: The timing can only be checked with special tool 11 9 900.
The timing may be misinterpreted if it is checked without special tool 11 9 900.
Cylinders 5-8:
Necessary preliminary work
Remove left CYLINDER HEAD COVER
Remove FAN COWL with electric fan
Remove BELT PULLEY for air con
