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
SEE MORE:
Special tools required:
31 5 200
IMPORTANT: During removal Low Profile band clamp (dotted line) is
overstretched and must
not be reused!
Fig. 128: Identifying Clamp
Removing:
Place special tool 31 5 200 on lugs (1, 2).
NOTE: Make sure that the movable piece (3) of the special tool is
placed on
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove backrest cover.
Remove retractor mechanism.
Remove lock.
Release screws (1).
Installation:
Replace screws and insert with Loctite.
Tightening torque 52 26 07AZ.
Remove lock for centre armrest.
Fig. 160: Identifying Screw
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING