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Removal and Replacement






Ignition System Assembly Overview





1 Knock Sensor (KS) 1 (G61) and Knock Sensor (KS) 2 (G66)

Contacts gold plated

2 Ignition coil with power output stage ((N70, N127, N291, N292))

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Ignition Coils with Power Output Stages ] Service and Repair

To remove, use the ignition coil puller (T40039 )

3 Spark plug

30 Nm

Removing and installing,

4 Bolt

20 Nm

Tightening specifications affect function of Knock Sensors (KS)

5 Bolt

10 Nm

6 Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor (G40)

Contacts gold plated

7 O-ring

If damaged, replace O-ring