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How to replace the Spark Plug # 4 on 545i

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Old 04-19-2011, 03:24 PM
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Thanks for the post, exactly what I needed!! The Bentley doesn't mention how tight the coils in the back are.
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Thanks for this write-up! Undoubtedly saved me a ton of $$. (Assuming it carries over to the 550...which I do assume)
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Did this today. Wasn't as bad as I thought. Took me 3 hours all and all, start to finish, and I've never done this before. I was mentally preparing for at least a 5 hour ordeal. Coils came out with no problems. I had a little trouble with the #8 (driver side) plug, but I did driver's side first, but then once I figured out the combination of extensions and flex joint that worked it was all a breeze. The 5/8" spark plug socket --> Flex joint (3/8") --> 3" extension (3/8") --> Flex joint (3/8"). Plug that into whatever wrech you're using and you're good to go. Of course you still gotta move some shit out of the way, as mentioned in the diy.
Old 04-20-2012, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by miguex
After many users ask how to replace the spark plugs on 545i as DIY. I decided to make this.

Sorry, I made it fast and hope you get it. (a picture = 100000 words)

Let me know if you have more questions....


To see the PDF: Attachment 59681
*Where can you purchasethe WOBBLE EXTENSION with the FLEXIBLE HEAD to replace #4 nd Number 8 Spark?
I have replaced 1-3, may skip #4, install 5-7 and save 4&8 till I gt the correct extension or tool
Old 04-20-2012, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by GREGJJ
*Where can you purchasethe WOBBLE EXTENSION with the FLEXIBLE HEAD to replace #4 nd Number 8 Spark?
I have replaced 1-3, may skip #4, install 5-7 and save 4&8 till I gt the correct extension or tool
any Sears, Northern Tool, Harbor Freight, etc. will have them
Old 05-03-2013, 06:01 AM
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Im a newbie to the sight but I was looking to change my plugs after I started to feel it misfire. Couldn't have done cylinders 4 and 8 without your right up. Thanks a million!!
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good stuff
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