I just replaced my Spark Plugs at 66,000 miles. The hardest part was figuring out if I had the right part of not. Short version... NGK 95770 works.

Once I pulled one out, I knew I had the right ones.


I started at realoem.com where I entered my VIN number and confirmed my engine model. Partway through 2011 I believe the switched to a new engine. I was also replacing my engine air filter and managed to purchase 2 different filters that didn't fit. You can also look up all of the other OEM parts on this wwebsite. The key is to know which engine you have, N14 or N18.

To further confuse the issue NGK switched part numbers some years ago. 5992 was replaced by 95770. Also, one the NGK website, they say that the 95770 does not fit the n18 engine. I think this must be some kind of oversight on their website?

The only directly confirmed replacement was a Beru model spark plug, but I had already purchased and received my plugs from Amazon so I went ahead with the install.

A few tips for you if you decide to do this yourself, and to consolidate what i learned from many sources...

1) I purchased
2) Plugs are about $14 on the web

3) Total cost $85 for plugs and specialty socket, much cheaper than

4) Don't buy any of the usual anti seize or grease, these are put together dry on both ends from the factory and are not needed.

5) There are several good youtube videos to get you started.

6) Mini recommends you do this every 50k on an S model.

Questions or Comments?

 

Great write up! Real OEM is a great website to use to confirm part numbers. You can also always use our catalog HERE to confirm the correct parts for your R56 as well. Beru is the OEM supplier plugs. Correct, do not use anti-seize on the threads of the plugs.

 

Good info, its all available on NAM but you did condense it. Mini recommends 50,000 which just means they aren't going to give them to you under warranty unless they die sooner. I did mine at 35K just because.