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How to change spark plugs on BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Spark Plug on your BMW Z3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.8i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.8i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) M3.2, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.0i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 3.0i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.2i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.8i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.2i … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Crow bar
Fender cover
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Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • Please note: all work on the car – BMW Z3 (E36) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 6
    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
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    Remove the oil filler cap.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  6. Step 9
    Install the oil filler cap.
    Step 10
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    Tighten the oil filler cap.
  7. Step 11
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 12
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 13
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    Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  10. Step 14
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  11. Step 15
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 16
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  13. Step 17
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  14. Step 18
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  15. Step 19
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    Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 24 nm torque.
    Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z3 (E36). AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  16. Step 20
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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 Z3 (E36). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Follow the installation sequence.
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