ar1512p2003mm

Remove/install ignition coils

Type ar · topic 15.12 · version 0205 · 2019-11-19

Applies to: Engine 157, 276, 278 in model 221 Engine 157, 278 in model 216

Where it sits

Function group 1 Engine › 15 Electrical system - engine › 15.12 DI ignition system — Series 216 · Series 221

EinPAS 15 Engine › 15.45 Engine management › 15.45.33 Ignition coil/distributor/ignition line/spark plug — Series 216 · Series 221

Also applies to engines/gearboxes: 157 ***, 276 ***, 278 ***

AR15.12-P-2003MM

Remove/install ignition coils

18.11.2019

Engine

157, 276, 278 in model 221

Engine

157, 278 in model 216

Remove/install ignition coils

P15.12-2223-09

Shown on engine 157

2

Air cleaner housing

T1/1

Cylinder 1 ignition coil

T1/5

Cylinder 5 ignition coil

3

Electrical connectors

T1/2

Cylinder 2 ignition coil

T1/6

Cylinder 6 ignition coil

4

Engine air intake ducts

T1/3

Cylinder 3 ignition coil

T1/7

Cylinder 7 ignition coil

5

Screw

T1/4

Cylinder 4 ignition coil

T1/8

Cylinder 8 ignition coil

a

Spark plug connector

Warning

Risk of injury due to fan starting unexpectedly

Do not reach into the rotation or hazard area of the fan. Wear closed and close-fitting work clothes.

AS20.40-Z-0001-01A

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

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

Topical note

Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge

AH54.00-P-0001-01A

Topical note

Notes on avoiding damage through contamination and foreign objects

AH00.00-P-5000-01A

Topical note

Notes on avoiding damage to ignition system

AH15.10-P-0002-01V

Remove/install

1

Open hood

2

Loosen and remove pressure reservoir from fuel injection system control unit bracket

Engine 276 in model 221

AR07.08-P-7008MMA

3.1

Remove both engine air intake ducts (4) upstream of air filter and air filter housing (2)

Engine 278 in model 216
Engine 278 in model 221

AR09.41-P-8620MMB

3.2

Remove both air filter housings (2)

Engine 276 in model 221

4

Remove insulation on rail

Engine 278 in model 216
Engine 278 in model 221

5

Unlock and disconnect electrical plug connections (3) from ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4, T1/5, T1/6, T1/7 and T1/8)

6

Remove screws/bolts (5)

Screw/bolt, ignition coil to cylinder head cover

*BA15.10-P-1001-04A

7

Pull off and remove ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4, T1/5, T1/6, T1/7 and T1/8) including spark plug connectors (a)

Installation:
Apply spark plug connector grease prior to installing the spark plug connector (a) to reduce the force required for connection and disconnection.
Otherwise the spark plug connector will be damaged during renewed removal.

Installation: Discharge approx. Fill 1 g of spark plug connector grease into the spark plug connector (a).

Spark plug connector grease

*BR00.45-Z-1102-06A

8

Check ignition coils (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4, T1/5, T1/6, T1/7, T1/8) for damage

If a problem arises

Replace corresponding ignition coil (T1/1, T1/2, T1/3, T1/4, T1/5, T1/6, T1/7, T1/8).

9

Check spark plug connector (a) for damage

If a problem arises

Replace corresponding spark plug connector (a).

10

Install in the reverse order

Check

11

Connect diagnostic system; read out fault memory.

Only if required.

AD00.00-P-2000-04A

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

12

Conduct engine test run while checking for proper operation of the engine

Ignition coil

Number

Designation

Engine 157

Engine 276

BA15.10-P-1001-04A

Screw/bolt, ignition coil to cylinder head cover

Nm

9

9

Ignition coil

Number

Designation

Engine 278

BA15.10-P-1001-04A

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

Referenced documents