When to replace the Spark Plug on your BMW X1
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for X1 (E84) and other BMW models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). List of the tools you'll need:
Dielectric grease
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # E14
Drive socket # E18
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille. Use a flat screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the wiper cowl grille located on the left side. Use a flat screwdriver.
  3. Step 5
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    Detach the electrical wiring from the upper part of the microfilter housing.
  4. Step 6
    Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Step 7
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    Remove the wiper cowl grille located on the right side. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the cowl grille. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
    Raise the wiper plastic cowl grille.
    Step 10
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the cabin filter housing cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille.
  9. Step 13
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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  10. Step 14
    Unscrew the fasteners of the diagonal braces. Use a drive socket #E14. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 15
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    Take off the cover above the fastener that holds the diagonal braces. Use a flat screwdriver.
  11. Step 16
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the diagonal braces. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 17
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Step 18
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    Remove the diagonal brace.
  13. Step 19
    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
    Step 20
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    Remove the oil filler cap. Use a flat screwdriver.
  14. Step 21
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  15. Step 22
    Install the oil filler cap.
    Step 23
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use a flat screwdriver.
  16. Step 24
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    Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). Professionals recommend:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  17. Step 25
    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
    Step 26
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  18. Step 27
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  19. Step 28
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  20. Step 29
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  21. Step 30
    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 X1 (E84). 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 31
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    Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
  22. Step 32
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    Install the ignition coils to the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW X1 (E84). Professionals recommend:
    Follow the installation sequence.
  23. Step 33
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    Plug in the connectors of the ignition coils.
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