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Ignition Coil Replacement Instructions

Model: BMW X3 E83, MK 1 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Ignition coil

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First, perform this maintenance with the engine cold to avoid burns. Once you open the hood, remove the protective caps on the engine cover and unscrew the underlying pins to take off the cover.

At this point, disconnect the ignition coil power connector and, before removing it, blow compressed air to eliminate any debris that could fall into the spark plug hole. Then, pull the ignition coil with the boot straight up and compare the part number with the new one before installing it.


Updated on 14 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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