How to change spark plugs on BMW E92 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18month / 30000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 i,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xi,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 i,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 xi,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xi,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 330 xi,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 325 i,
BMW 3 Coupe (E92) 323 i
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change spark plug on BMW 330i 3 (E92) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for 3 Coupe (E92) and other BMW models
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW E92. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
Please note: all work on the car – BMW E92 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
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.
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
Detach the electrical wiring from the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 9
Detach the retainers of the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 10
Detach the cable duct from the upper part of the microfilter housing. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11
Remove the protective cover.
Step 12
Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13
Remove the engine cover.
Step 14
Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
Step 15
Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW E92. AUTODOC recommends:
Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
Step 16
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 17
Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 18
Take out the spark plugs.
Step 19
Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
Step 20
Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 27 nm torque.
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW E92. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Don't tighten the plugs with excessive force. Exceeding tightening torque can damage the thread connection. Be careful when working with a spark plug wrench. Its skewing can cause damage to the threaded connection.
Step 21
Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 22
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 23
Install the ignition coils to the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW E92. Follow the installation steps.
Step 24
Plug in the connectors of the ignition coils.
Step 25
Install the engine cover and secure it.
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW E92. Tip:
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 26
Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 27
Install the protective cover.
Step 28
Attach the cable duct to the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 29
Attach the electrical wiring to the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 30
Install the climate control sensors.
Step 31
Attach the connectors of the climate control sensors.
Step 32
Attach the retainers of the upper part of the microfilter housing.
Step 33
Install the wiper arm covers.
Step 34
Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover.
Step 35
Screw in the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 36
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 37
Close the hood.
Step 38
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 39
Shut off the engine.
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