6.3.6 Spark plug connector – Installation
Preconditions
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Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
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Open protective packing of new spark plug connector only immediately prior to installation.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
Torque wrench, 10-60 Nm
F30452769
1
Spark plug connector with ignition line
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Sealing ring
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
WARNING
Hot components/surfaces.
Risk of burns!
• Allow the engine to cool down to below 50 °C before beginning work.
• Wear suitable protective equipment/thermal gloves.
• Avoid unprotected contact with hot surfaces.
WARNING
Compressed air gun ejects a jet of pressurized air.
Risk of injury to eyes and damage to hearing, risk of rupturing internal organs!
• Never direct air jet at people.
• Always wear safety goggles/face mask and ear defenders.
Installing spark plug connector
1.
If necessary, remove the ignition line's low-
er sealing ring and replace with a new seal-
ing ring.
2.
Remove any dust and impurities from the
ignition line connector's Teflon body - on
the outside and inside on the spark plug
side.
3.
Check the spark plug isolator sealing ring
for damage. If damaged, install a new spark
plug isolator sealing ring (→ Page 140).
4.
Insert the ignition line connector (5) into
the spark plug duct, press down the igni-
tion line flange (6) against the spring force
and screw into the straight union until they
abut the bolts (4) on both sides. The item
number on the flange is in the 6 o'clock po-
sition.
5.
Tighten the bolts (4) of the ignition line
flange (6). Check for correct alignment of
the ignition line flange (6) while doing this.
The bolt slots of the flange (6) abut the
threads of the bolts (4) on both sides.
6.
Fasten the ring eyelet of the ignition line (3) to the ignition coil (1) with the bolt and spring washer.
Name
Size
Type
Lubricant
Value/Standard
Screw
M6
Tightening torque
10 Nm
7.
Fit the protective cap (2) and check for correct seating.
MS150114/01E 2015-03
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