X5 3.0 spark plug replacement

[kenlee2003]

I need some advice. I am trying to replace the spark plugs. The last 2 plugs that is located inside is not accessible because the housing for the cabin air filter is in the way. Can anyone help?

[ArtMan]

you can remove the housing its only held in there w 2 bolts. it slides out as a one piece

take of part 14 then 6 and 5 slide up and out nothing holding them in.

then the big one piece 12 comes out sliding out towards the front of the car.

[kenlee2003]

Awesome! Thanks for your help.

[dkl]

That's odd. I was able to access all plugs without having to remove the cabin filter housing.

[wallyx5]

Me too. It's tight but doable.

[dcardenas]

Thirded. Changed my plugs without removing the cabin filter housing.

[mrbmwx5]

+4 I was able to access all plugs without having to remove the cabin filter housing.
Drop the socket with the extention in first then put on the wrench.

[E53inLA]

What spark plug do the experts recommend?

Autohaus offers NGK and Bosch

TIA

[mrbmwx5]

NGK.

[kenlee2003]

I only have a 10" extension for my Spark plug stocket, and there is no way for me to insert the socket into the spark plug cannel. Also, the Barvarian Autosport Video is instructing me to remove this to access the plugs further in the engine.