Installing the ignition coils

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the catalytic converter due to misfiring.
An incorrectly mounted ignition coil can loosen during engine operation, thereby causing misfiring.

Ensure that the sealing lip fits correctly on the ignition coil so that it can seal correctly. Do not crush the sealing lip.

NOTE: The description is for one component only. The procedure is identical for all further components.

Insert and install the ignition coil (3).

Tighten down screw (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Ignition coil
M6x31.8	Tightening torque	8 Nm

Connect and lock the connector (1).
The connector (1) must engage audibly.

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING THE SERVICE OPENING IN SOUND INSULATION ON TOP OF ENGINE .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .