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      12-10-2012, 03:04 PM   #101
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Originally Posted by AccuracyAutomotive View Post
Hey everyone, we just tackled this job here and found a way around the BMW socket. We took a 6 point 15mm and shaved down the outer walls. Worked like a charm with no issues on removal or installation.
Everything torqued and released just fine.

He are some pictures with a rough measurement on the dial calipers if you would like to be able to change these plugs without spending $$ on the BMW tool.

Thanks for all the great information in this thread.

The BMW spark plugs have a 12 point base. I would feel better buying and using the special 12 point socket when it comes to something like this. Afterall the "special tool" only costs $20 at most places. Heck even your BMW parts dept sells them!
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