Spark plug replacement on N62 engines?
 

I was looking around but I didn't see any DIY on doing the spark plugs on an N62 engine. Basically looking for any gotcha that I should be aware of or any trick(tools) to getting to the back plugs.

04' 4.4i (N62)

Thanks

BMW E53 Spark Plug Replacement DIY Guide - YouTube

I'm doing it tomorrow.

Not really, as long as you remove the panel that holds the cabin filter (2 13mm) then youll have plenty of space

Thanks...yeah I saw that video before but they never really show how to get back their. I am going to try it anyway.

Thanks..that will be my last resort if I can't get it to it.

It literally takes 15 seconds to take it out, but it will help alot! you need to take the plastics off top and the weatherstripping. then it will just slide out after undoing 2 bolts

Completed the job today. Didn't have to take off the cabin filter. In fact I am not sure why you would need to. The plugs are installed diagonal in the engine so taking the cabin filter above doesn't do anything to make room since you are not pulling the plugs vertically up. - as far as I can tell. The only thing to remove to make room for removing the back plug (Drive side) is to remove the hose bracket connected to the body (3 little screws). Just like the youtube video indicated.

Thanks for the feed back guys - another DIY completed.

It's tight but do-able. Finish the job on my 4.8iS today too.
What plugs do you use, rocksteadyX5?

I used NGK BKR6EQUP

All i did was take the engine covers off, removed the ignition coils and stuck the socket wrench in, all up took 30mins.