BMW X5: Ignition Wires, Spark
REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (N42, N40, N46, N45, N52, N52K, N51)
Special tools required:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove ignition coils.
Unscrew spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171.
Installation:
Tighten down spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171and special tool 12 1 200
(torque limiter).
Without special tool 12 1 200, observe tightening torque.
Tightening torque 12 12 1AZ0.

Fig. 1: Identifying Special Tool (12 1 171) And (12 1 172)
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NOTES ON CHECKING IGNITION SYSTEM
Troubleshooting -> Fault in fuel injection system
-> Spark plug faults
-> Ignition coil faults
-> Further fault patterns with evaluation
-> Additional
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
IMPORTANT: Aluminum-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of ele
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WARNING:
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
CAUTION:
Always use new O-rings each time A/C connections are opened.
Moisten O-rings with refrigerant oil pr
SPRING SUPPORT SPECIFICATION
Carry out thread repair with Heli-coil thread insert.
Read and comply with tool manufacturer's instructions.
Fig. 85: Identifying Spring Support
STAMPING VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Special tools required:
41 0 000
41 1 190
41 1 191
41 1 192
NOTE: If the stamp