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Hello,
How do i remove and renew a sparkplug cap on the sparkplug lead of a BMW 316i 1995? I can feel that inside the cap something is broken and the car seems to run on 3 cylinders. Thank you !

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This is where I find the difference in European and US BMW's.The 316i wasn't a US shipped car so I have to answer the question kind of having never seen the car.If it has a distributor cap and you can see it easily, I believe you just need to unclamp it.It should be fairly easy to do since you say you can feel it inside.If there is a cover on the cylinder head,remove it and it will expose the coils.

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Don Berlan

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ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years. Can help with all aspects of BMW repair. I especially enjoy driveablity problems, mechanical or electrical.

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I have been an ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years.I have worked in many dealearships although BMW's are my favorite.I now have my own shop,specializing in BMW's.I have autocrossed and even gotten into mud running with my 4x4.(I am NOT a teacher and don't claim to know everything about the cars I never see.I hope to help you with your repairs and do expect some knowledge on your side.)

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CMVTI, Auburn Maine

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