When to replace the Spark Plug on your MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Saloon (W220) S 350 4-matic (220.087, 220.187), MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Saloon (W220) S 350 (220.067, 220.167), MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Saloon (W220) S 280 (220.063, 220.163), MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Saloon (W220) S 320 (220.065, 220.165) 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 S-Class Saloon (W220) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Torx bit T30
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Long round nose pliers
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Professionals recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Take the following steps:
  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 engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air intake hoses.
  3. Step 5
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Tip:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the air filter housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  5. Step 7
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 8
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells. Use long round nose pliers.
    Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
    Replacement: spark plugs – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  13. Step 15
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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 16
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
  15. Step 17
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    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 – MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS (W220) V6. Professionals 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.
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