How much does it cost to replace a spark plug on a Mercedes Benz?
You have successfully replaced one or more coil packs on your Mercedes-Benz. How much does it cost to replace Mercedes ignition coils? Replacing a single (one) spark plug coil on a Mercedes-Benz can cost between $170 and $250 at an auto repair shop. If you replace it yourself, you can spend less than $50.
How do you replace an ignition coil in a Mercedes?
They need to match with the letters on the engine. Remove spark plug wires from the old ignition coil and install on the new ignition coil. Firmly press the spark plug boot into the spark plugs. Connect the electrical connector. Tighten the bolt in the centre of the ignition coil to 8 Nm. Congratulations!
How do you remove a spark plug wire?
Remove the spark plug wires. For this step, you will need the spark plug wire removal tool that we listed above under tools required. Otherwise, you risk damaging the spark plug wire and the spark plug itself. Remove the Torx bolt at the center of the ignition coil pack. Unplug the electrical connector from the coil pack.
How many coils are there in a Mercedes?
You have three coils on the driver side and three coils on the passenger side on the six cylinder engines. In our case, we have an eight cylinder engine so you will see four coils on each side. Remove the spark plug wires. For this step, you will need the spark plug wire removal tool that we listed above under tools required.
What do you need to change spark plugs in Mercedes Benz?
There is one tool that you must have to be able to change the spark plugs in your Mercedes-Benz. That is the Spark Plug Wire Remover Wrench Tool 17mm. You will need this tool to remove the ignition wire boot. We will show you in the video clip how to use this too. magnetic pickup tool.
What’s the best way to change spark plugs?
If you are installing copper spark plug make sure to gap them to 0.044 using a spark plug gauge. This opens in a new window. Use a torque wrench such as the Tekton 3/8 torque wrench to tighten the spark plugs to to 18 ft-lb (~25 Nm) for engines 113.987/988/990/991. Most other engines require 21 ft-lb (~28 Nm) of torque .
Can you use zip ties around spark plugs?
If it any them don’t panic, you can use zip ties around the connector when you install them. It will be easier to remove the spark plug boots if you can move the ignition coils out of the way.
How many spark plugs do you need for a 6 cylinder car?
6 cylinder engine, you will need 12 . 8 cylinder engines, require 16. 12 cylinder engine, you will need 23. Did you catch that? For a 12 cylinder engine, you won’t need 23 but 24 spark plugs. Just making sure you are staying awake. You have several options such as iridium, platinum or copper when it comes to the material of the center core.