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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change ignition coil on MINI COOPER 1 (R50, R53) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: ignition coil – Mini R50, R53. Tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: ignition coil – Mini R50, R53. 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 – Mini R50, R53. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells. Disconnect the spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
    Replacement: ignition coil – Mini R50, R53. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
  4. Step 4
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the ignition coil.
  7. Step 7
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    Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  8. Step 8
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    Install a new ignition coil.
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