[jbbnet]

The dealer said spark plug changes are not at 37k miles and should come up in the CBS when due, is that true? I seen other post that say its a mileage interval item.

 

[8202632]

mine were replaced (to my surprise) somewhere b/w 20 and 25k?

 

[khyber]

Mine were replaced at 30k, what does your car say in the info service?

 

[phengm3]

I have 40k on my M and I just did the NGK laser platinum plugs yesterday.... runs like a charm.. just a pain to replace.

 

[jbbnet]

Mine were replaced at 30k, what does your car say in the info service?

In the service info I see brakes, oil etc.....but nothing specific on plugs. Which is it? Maybe thy we're changed and I wasn't aware

 

[M-POWER 77]

yes it should show in the I drive when it's time to change the plugs not necessary on certain mileage it depends on your driving behavior. you can ask for a plug replace anytime if your paying for it otherwise they wont replace it before it shows 3000 miles remaining to the change .

 

[jbbnet]

yes it should show in the I drive when it's time to change the plugs not necessary on certain mileage it depends on your driving behavior. you can ask for a plug replace anytime if your paying for it otherwise they wont replace it before it shows 3000 miles remaining to the change .

thanks, so the dealer is correct. What service will show up on the system? Will it simply say change plugs or something like system check?

 

[M-POWER 77]

yeah it will appear there when time due or you can check the remaining mileage to change under the service menu. same where you check for engine oil and brakes .

 

[M5 Jed]

I just changed my plugs 2 weekends ago. Fairly straightforward procedure, bought the OE plugs on amazon.com for $10 each. I've heard some guys on the board paid close to $1k for the job. Yikes!

 

[Fizzikx]

I can back up this claim - I was just quoted $845 for plugs from my dealer.

Does anybody have any good resources with a how-to on how to change your own plugs? at even $13 a pop for high end plugs I cannot imagine what the dealer is selling me that's worth 10 times that price!?

I'm running an SMG at 65k miles at this point.

Thanks!

FIRST POST!!!! (of many to be sure if things like these keep coming up!)

 

[mdyaman]

I can back up this claim - I was just quoted $845 for plugs from my dealer.

Does anybody have any good resources with a how-to on how to change your own plugs? at even $13 a pop for high end plugs I cannot imagine what the dealer is selling me that's worth 10 times that price!?

Have you checked the DIY sticky thread at the top of the forum page? Plenty in there...

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e6...scussion/201808-e60-m5-master-diy-thread.html

 

[SoCaLE39]

Plugs are pretty straight forward. The hardest part is getting the coils off without damaging the locking mechanism.

 

[texsn95]

Doing plugs this weekend, should be easy. Just swapped out my grungy air filters with just OEM ones and it was definitely choking up the beast, cheers to routine maintenance :cheers:

 

[disruptv]

ok whats the best place to buy oem spark plugs? where are they on amazon for $10?

Also, is it worth it to go with aftermaket sparkplugs or better to stick to oem?

 

[texsn95]

I got 10 of the LKR8AP from here. Not sure what the difference is between those and the 4471s though.

Autoplicity.com

 

[Killer-Bimmer]

Read the DIY on subject and stick with OEM plugs. Does not mean you have to buy from dealer, but I would not put anything in the engine other then recommended plugs. Well unless you're smarter than the original engineer and know the exact performance the plug must meet to ensure engine performance.

http://www.carcraft.com/howto/116_0703_spark_plug_guide/viewall.html

Cheers!

 

[M5 Jed]

I wish I did a write up on it. But its really easy. Just remove pollen filter boxes and the air filter boxes. Unbolt the mounting bolts of the coolant reservoir, the black plastic coil cover snaps off, I think. I vaguely remember, its been a few years. But trust me, just get it there, its very straightforward. If there's a part you can't figure out how to take out, post it here and we'll guide you. Its an easy 1-2 hour job to do on a Saturday morning.

 

[dens310]

10buks a plug are does the original ones that they sale at the dealer...? thats cheap if thats the og ones. I only put og parts when it comes to electrical stuff specially plugs.

 

[dens310]

Read the DIY on subject and stick with OEM plugs. Does not mean you have to buy from dealer, but I would not put anything in the engine other then recommended plugs. Well unless you're smarter than the original engineer and know the exact performance the plug must meet to ensure engine performance.

Choosing The Right Spark Plugs For Your Custom Engine - Car Craft Magazine

Cheers!

very very true.

 

[SilberGrauE60]

Check out this page in your Warranty/Service booklet...this is from a 2009 North America LCI car.