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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FLUSHING OIL COOLER WITH LINES (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
Special tools required:
17 2 018 17 2 010 SET OF ADAPTERS
17 2 019 17 2 010 SET OF ADAPTERS
NOTE: Carry out the work steps listed when:
Fitting a new or replacement transmission
Flushing can only be carried out with the automatic transmissi
Functional requirements
Compatible device with Bluetooth interface.
Compatible devices.
The vehicle key or BMW display key is in the
vehicle.
The device is ready for operation.
Bluetooth is switched on in the vehicle and
on the device.
The pairing readiness is displayed on the
Control Disp