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How to change spark plugs on BMW Z8 Roadster (E52) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
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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.
BMW Z8 Roadster (E52) 4.9 … View more
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 Z8 Roadster (E52) and other BMW models
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Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z8 (E52). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
- Please note: all work on the car – BMW Z8 (E52) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the hood.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3
Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 4
Remove the engine cover.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z8 (E52). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force. - Step 5
Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 6Unscrew the oil filler plug.Step 7
Remove the oil filler cap. - Step 8
Remove the engine cover.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z8 (E52). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it. - Step 9Install the oil filler cap.Step 10
Tighten the oil filler cap. - Step 11
Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use a crowbar. - Step 12
Unscrew the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 13
Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.Replacement: spark plugs – BMW Z8 (E52). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting. - Step 14
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells. - Step 15
Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 16
Take out the spark plugs. - Step 17
Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs. - Step 18
Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16. - Step 19
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 Z8 (E52). 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. - Step 20
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 Z8 (E52). AUTODOC experts recommend:Follow the installation sequence.
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