Video was very well done. Thank you for the explanation. Do you recommend any type of silicon spray lubricant inside the boot, to prevent any corrosion of the internal spring contact?
I just finished replacing the spark plugs on my '01 X5 3.0i after watching this video. The video was very concise and helpful, which made the work a snap. the 1/4" rachet is not really needed as the 3/8" will suffice, though having extensions of several lengths is very helpful for to getting the last plug. I echo the advice of replacing the oil cap after pulling off the cover. Thanks for making these DIY videos. Please keep them coming.
good video..wonder if mine needs that..was working perfect but right front tire blew out & I kept driving it like that trying to make it home but didnt notice that half way the rim started scraping the road pretty bad that it wasnt spinning any more so it was being forced..anyways I put the spare & it seems that notthing got messed up but now it kind of stalls to turn on & once on it sounds like it wants to turn off plus it doent seem to catch the speed it use to on 1st gear,its a 93 318is 4cy..
He doesn't show you how to replace the spark plug number 5 and 6. This is a tough job in this procedure. You must have a special flex wrench to do this job.
great job very informative ..now to order some parts..do u have a preference for plug stock or bosch ? are the oem plugs made by bosch? thanks again for the info..
Most original BMW spark plugs are made by Bosch. However, there are some NGK applications. You can use either the original BMW plugs or the replacement Bosch plugs. In the cases where the original plugs are platinum (most later BMW models), the BMW original plug typically has a larger platinum electrode than the replacement Bosch plug. Both plugs operate excellently. The BMW original plug may last slightly longer.
We have seen customer's quotes for $600 to $1000 for changing the plugs, boots and the coils. For just the plugs and the boots, this would typically be in the $200 to $400 range.
Your videos are very clear and concise. Thank you for your contributions to viewers like myself. Out of curiosity, how much would a dealership charge (roughly) to change spark plugs and ignition coils/connector boots?
@swizz85 I hear ya swizz!! I backed out of that shop and paid the $50 diagnosis fee, and it's parked in my garage until i get the nads to do it myself or find someone who will do it for a reasonable price. I'm afraid the gasket issue might pop up too, and that's over my head.
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Video was very well done. Thank you for the explanation. Do you recommend any type of silicon spray lubricant inside the boot, to prevent any corrosion of the internal spring contact?
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Josemedeiros 1 day ago
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Josemedeiros 1 day ago
I just finished replacing the spark plugs on my '01 X5 3.0i after watching this video. The video was very concise and helpful, which made the work a snap. the 1/4" rachet is not really needed as the 3/8" will suffice, though having extensions of several lengths is very helpful for to getting the last plug. I echo the advice of replacing the oil cap after pulling off the cover. Thanks for making these DIY videos. Please keep them coming.
chewy0tang 1 month ago
@chewy0tang
Thanks for your encouraging comments!
BavarianAuto 4 weeks ago
Aww dammit, it's a car!
xenubarb 1 month ago
When do you change the spark plugs on a e46 330xi model?
y2jpspmoney 1 month ago
good video..wonder if mine needs that..was working perfect but right front tire blew out & I kept driving it like that trying to make it home but didnt notice that half way the rim started scraping the road pretty bad that it wasnt spinning any more so it was being forced..anyways I put the spare & it seems that notthing got messed up but now it kind of stalls to turn on & once on it sounds like it wants to turn off plus it doent seem to catch the speed it use to on 1st gear,its a 93 318is 4cy..
ohshit88Jose 1 month ago
Put the oil filler cap back on after removing cover to prevent any thing falling into engine by accident
chasvinoff 3 months ago 5
@chasvinoff
Good catch ... thank you!
BavarianAuto 4 weeks ago
Very good job and information, now i can change the coil :D
kaffi86 4 months ago
Lol meineke changed one of my coils for 300+ should have seen the video earlier..
W4TCH4W 4 months ago
I got bosh +4 platiniumand and after I put them in the car Idles at start up can you tell me what I did wrong?
MrVsspassov 5 months ago
He doesn't show you how to replace the spark plug number 5 and 6. This is a tough job in this procedure. You must have a special flex wrench to do this job.
hanguyen0987 6 months ago
great job very informative ..now to order some parts..do u have a preference for plug stock or bosch ? are the oem plugs made by bosch? thanks again for the info..
dbeater1 9 months ago
@dbeater1
Most original BMW spark plugs are made by Bosch. However, there are some NGK applications. You can use either the original BMW plugs or the replacement Bosch plugs. In the cases where the original plugs are platinum (most later BMW models), the BMW original plug typically has a larger platinum electrode than the replacement Bosch plug. Both plugs operate excellently. The BMW original plug may last slightly longer.
See them at bavauto.com
BavarianAuto 8 months ago
this is one of the best do it yourself videos i've ever seen anywhere. thanks and keep up the great work! Hank of California
lckt13 1 year ago
thank you!
chirodb111 1 year ago
We have seen customer's quotes for $600 to $1000 for changing the plugs, boots and the coils. For just the plugs and the boots, this would typically be in the $200 to $400 range.
BavarianAuto 1 year ago
Your videos are very clear and concise. Thank you for your contributions to viewers like myself. Out of curiosity, how much would a dealership charge (roughly) to change spark plugs and ignition coils/connector boots?
swizz85 1 year ago
@swizz85 damn, my independent shop just quoted me $1,190 for that. Dealer typically is 50% higher.
markbhoward 7 months ago
@markbhoward bro, that price is absolutely absurd.
swizz85 7 months ago
@swizz85 I hear ya swizz!! I backed out of that shop and paid the $50 diagnosis fee, and it's parked in my garage until i get the nads to do it myself or find someone who will do it for a reasonable price. I'm afraid the gasket issue might pop up too, and that's over my head.
markbhoward 7 months ago