BMW X5: Ignition Wires, Spark Plugs
FIRING ORDER
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Fig. 3: Firing Order (V8)
REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (N62, N62TU)
Special tools required:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove all IGNITION COILS.
Unscrew spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171.
Installation:
Tighten down spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171 and special tool 12 1 172
(torque limiter).
Without special tool 12 1 172, observe tightening torque.
Tightening torque 12 12 1AZ.
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Fig. 4: Tightening Down Spark Plugs With 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 fault notes for troubles
REPLACING CONTROL UNIT (VALVETRONIC)
Switch off ignition.
Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery.
Disconnect battery.
CAUTION: Follow instructions for removing and installing e
REPLACING ALTERNATOR BELT PULLEY
Special tools required:
12 7 110
Remove and install alternator drive belt.
Depending on alternator type, grip shaft with:
hexagon socket
multi-tooth socket or
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REPLACING ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT (N62/N62TU)
Special tools required:
11 3 340
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove fan clutch with fan impeller (E65/66).
NOTE: If the drive belt is to be reused:
Mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel.
Pretension belt tensio
Special tools required:
11 4 361
11 4 362
11 4 363
11 4 364
11 9 200
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove fan cowl with electric fan
Remove alternator drive belt
Remove drive belt tensioner
NOTE: The procedure is the same as for the crankshaft radial seal.
Expose removal openings on seal