Ignition System: Service and Repair
Ignition System Component Overview
1 Knock Sensor 1 (G61)
• On the front of the cylinder head, under the intake manifold.
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Knock Sensor 1 G61 ] Service and Repair.
• The contacts are gold plated.
2 Bolt
• 20 Nm
• The tightening specification influences the function of the knock sensor.
3 Ignition Coil with Power Output Stage (N70, N127, N291, N292)
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Ignition Coil with Power Output Stage ] Service and Repair.
4 Spark Plug
• 25 Nm
• Type and electrode gap, refer to => [ Technical Data and Spark Plugs ] Technical Data and Spark Plugs.
• Remove and install using the spark plug removal tool (3122 B).
5 O-ring
• Always replace.
6 Engine Speed Sensor (G28)
• On the lower left front of the cylinder block, next to the oil separator. Refer to => [ Engine Speed Sensor ] Component Location Overview.
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Engine Speed Sensor G28 ] Service and Repair.
7 Bolt
• 10 Nm
8 Camshaft Position Sensor (G40)
• On the front of the cylinder head cover.
• The contacts are gold plated.