Change Car Spark Plugs BMW 3-Series
Change Car Spark Plugs
| Temps estimé | 0h30–2h00 |
|---|---|
| Coût estimé | ~50–200€ |
| Difficulté | Easy |
| Motorisations |
3-Series 1982-1995 6
3-Series 1990-2000 5
3-Series 1998-2007 4
3-Series 2005-2013 8
3-Series 2011-2020 5
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What is the role of BMW 3-Series spark plugs?
The spark plug generates a spark at the precise moment needed to ignite the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber of petrol (or LPG) engines. The engine management system controls ignition timing.
When should you change your BMW 3-Series spark plugs?
Manufacturers provide replacement recommendations; refer to your vehicle maintenance booklet. Generally replace every 60,000 km (45,000 km for severe use). Some vehicles with long-life plugs (titanium, platinum, iridium) can go 100,000–150,000 km.
How do I know if I need to change my BMW 3-Series spark plugs?
Via the EOBD system (mandatory since 2001 on petrol cars), faulty spark plugs will trigger fault codes, typically P0301–P0304 (misfire, cylinders 1–4). Symptoms include: difficulty starting, misfires, reduced engine power, increased fuel consumption.
Is it difficult to change BMW 3-Series spark plugs?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spark plug wrench, torque wrench). Key points: wait for cold engine, clean plug well with compressed air before removal, never use a dropped plug, do not grease threads, hand-tighten then torque to specification.
6 générations couvertes
| Génération | Période | Motorisations | Carburant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Series 1975-1983 | 1975-1983 | 320 Gas (M10B20), 320i Gas (M10B18F) | Gas |
| 3-Series 1982-1995 | 1982-1995 | 316 Gas (M10B18), 318i Gas (M10B18), 318is Gas (M42B18), 325e Gas (M20B27), 325i, -ix Gas (M20B25), M3 Gas (S14B23) | Gas |
| 3-Series 1990-2000 | 1990-2000 | 318is Gas (M42B18), 318is, -LPG LPG,Gas (M44B19), 323i Gas (M52B25), 325i Gas (M50B25), 328i, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28) | Gas, LPG |
| 3-Series 1998-2007 | 1998-2007 | 323i, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B25TU), 325i Gas (M56B25), 325i, -xi, -ti, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B25), 328i, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M52B28TU), 330i, -xi, -Ci, -LPG LPG,Gas (M54B30) | Gas, LPG |
| 3-Series 2005-2013 | 2005-2013 | 325i, -Xi Gas (N53B30A), 325i, -Xi, -LPG LPG,Gas (N52B25A), 328i, -Xi Gas (N51B30A), 328i, -Xi Gas (N52B30A), 330i, -Xi Gas (N52B30A), 335d Diesel (M57D30T2), 335d Diesel (M57D30T2), 335i, -Xi Gas (N54B30A), 335i, -Xi Gas (N55B30A), 335is Gas (N54B30A) | Diesel, Gas, LPG |
| 3-Series 2011-2020 | 2011-2020 | 320i, -xDrive, -LPG LPG,Gas (N20B20B), 320i, Flex Ethanol (E100),Gas (N20B20A), 328d Diesel (N47D20C), 328i Gas (N26B20A), 328i, -xDrive Gas (N20B20A), 335i, -xDrive Gas (N55B30A) | Diesel, Ethanol (E100), Gas, LPG |