Replacement: ignition coil – BMW 6 Convertible (F12). AUTODOC recommends:
The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ignition coil – BMW 6 Convertible (F12). Take the following steps:
Step 1
Open the hood.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 4
Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: ignition coil – BMW 6 Convertible (F12). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 5
Remove the wiper arm covers.
Step 6
Detach the connectors from the climate control sensors.
Step 7
Remove the climate control sensors.
Step 8
Unscrew the fasteners of the lower part of the scuttle panel. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Detach the cable duct from the upper part of the microfilter housing. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 10
Remove the lower part of the scuttle panel.
Step 11
Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12
Remove the engine cover.
Replacement: ignition coil – BMW 6 Convertible (F12). Tip:
Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
Step 13
Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 14
Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
Step 15
Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Step 16
Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 17
Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Do not apply excessive force when installing the part. Otherwise you may damage the fasteners.
Step 20
Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 21
Reinstall the lower part of the scuttle panel.
Step 22
Screw in the fasteners of the lower part of the scuttle panel. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 23
Install the climate control sensors.
Step 24
Attach the connectors of the climate control sensors.
Step 25
Install the wiper arm covers.
Step 26
Attach the cable duct to the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 27
Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid damaging the fasteners of the car during installation, do not use excessive force. BMW 6 Convertible (F12)
Step 28
Screw in the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 29
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 30
Close the hood.
Step 31
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 32
Shut off the engine.
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