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Remove/Install Ignition Coils - AR15.12-P-2003MRI

Engine 264 in model 205, 253 

MODIFICATION NOTES

21.02.2019 Method description adapted. Operation steps 1 to 10.  
11.03.2019 Operation step added. Operation step 6  
Fig 1: Ignition Coils Components Location - Engine 264 In Model 253
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WARNING Risk of injury  . Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
DANGER Risk of death  when working on component parts and systems with U >= 30 V alternating voltage (AC) or U >= 60 V direct voltage (DC) Do not touch damaged or defective live component parts and lines or non-insulated electrical connections and lines. AS00.00-Z-0035-01A
Notes on avoiding damage to ignition system   AH15.10-P-0002-01V 
Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
  Notes on safety-relevant components   AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Switch off ignition and store transmitter key outside of transmitter range (min. 2 m).    
2 Remove upper Engine cover.   AR01.10-P-2405MRI
3 Unclip bleed line (2) from the bracket (3).    
4 Release and disconnect electrical connectors of the ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4).    
5 Remove screws/bolts (4). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw/bolt, ignition coil to cylinder head cover *BA15.10-P-1001-04E 
6 Remove ignition system heat shield from cylinder head. Engine 264 in model 205, 253 with code 550 (Trailer coupling)
with code 554 (Preinstallation for trailer hitch)
 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Screw, ignition system heat shield to cylinder head *BA09.40-P-1014-02C 
7 Remove ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4). INSTALLATION NOTES To reduce the force required for connection and disconnection, apply spark plug connector grease in the spark plug connector before installation.
Otherwise damage will occur.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Approx. Fill 1 g of spark plug connector grease into the spark plug connector.
 
    Spark plug connector grease *BR00.45-Z-1102-06A 
INSPECT Check     
8 Check ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4) for external damage. If damage is present,

replace damaged ignition coil (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4).
 
9 Install in the reverse order    
  Concluding tasks     
10 Connect vehicle diagnosis system, read out fault memory and clear if necessary.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-04B
WARNING Risk of burn injuries  , suffocation and poisoning when working on the exhaust system and the components connected to it. Risk of suffocation and risk of poisoning caused by inhalation of gaseous and solid components of the exhaust. Risk of poisoning  caused by skin contact with solid components of the exhaust. Wear protective clothing and safety glasses. Use the extraction system. Move people out of the hazard area. AS49.00-Z-0001-01A
WARNING Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when Engine running. Risk of injury  (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the Engine while it is being started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
11 Conduct Engine test run while checking for proper operation of the Engine.    
TURBOCHARGER

Number Designation Engine 264
BA09.40-P-1014-02C Screw, ignition system heat shield to cylinder head M8 Nm 20
IGNITION COIL

Number Designation Engine 264
BA15.10-P-1001-04E Screw/bolt, ignition coil to cylinder head cover Nm 9
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1102-06A Spark plug connector grease A 002 989 80 51