BMW 530xi Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Carquest Premium Vehicle Solutions provides high-quality solutions for a wide range of applications. The Ignition Switch allows for reliable control of the vehicle’s electrical systems and engine start-up, enhancing convenience and ensuring consistent performance during operation. Engineered for maximum performance and durability, our products are built to excel in even the most demanding conditions, ensuring reliable operation and long-lasting value.

Product Features:

• Durable Construction: Designed with high-quality materials to withstand harsh environmental conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance in extreme temperatures, vibrations, and moisture exposure.
• Precision Engineering: Accurate sensing and switching capabilities provide reliable performance, reducing the risk of malfunctions and improving vehicle safety and efficiency.
• Easy Installation & Maintenance: Designed for quick installation and minimal upkeep, reducing downtime and repair costs for both manufacturers and consumers.
• Fit/Form/Function: Each vehicle electronic component is engineered to meet or surpass OEM standards, ensuring precise fit, optimal functionality, and reliable performance.

Carquest Knock Sensors respond to a wide range of engine knock frequencies providing accurate engine condition to the ECM for optimal ignition timing. Highest quality piezoceramic element manufactured to tight tolerances for increased durability. All Carquest Knock Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:

• Precision piezoceramic element ensures accurate response to a wide range of engine vibrations
• Manufactured using the highest quality OEM materials to ensure optimal performance and rugged durability
• Designed to meet or exceed all OEM specifications in fit, form & function
• Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal cycling, vibration, drop among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.

Engineered to meet the highest OE performance, durability, and emissions standards, this Iridium Long-Life Spark Plug is a game-changer for your vehicle’s ignition system. Featuring DENSO’s patented Iridium Alloy with a 90% Iridium fine wire center electrode and a platinum ground electrode, it delivers exceptional spark performance and longevity, lasting up to three times longer than conventional plugs. The 360-degree laser welding process ensures a robust bond and structural integrity, even under extreme conditions exceeding 4,000 Deg F. Designed for sustained performance over 100,000 miles, it enhances engine efficiency by providing more horsepower, quicker starts, and fewer misfires, even under heavy loads. Additionally, its advanced design promotes better fuel efficiency, helping you save on costs while reducing emissions. With a flat seat type and premium materials, this spark plug is built to endure and optimize your vehicle’s performance for the long haul.

Product Features:

• Latest OE technology with DENSO’s patented Iridium Alloy (90 percent Ir) and fine wire center electrode
• Platinum ground electrode for extended life
• DENSO Patented 360 degree laser welding process: Ensuring exceptional quality bond and structural strength with the Iridium Center Electrode
• Sustained spark performance over 100,000 miles
• Lasts up to three times as long as conventional plugs
• Endures extreme temperatures greater than 4,000 degrees F associated with high-performance ignition and special fuel systems
• Iridium Long Life
• Enhanced Engine Performance: Enjoy more horsepower, faster and easier starts, and fewer misfires under heavy loads, thanks to the advanced properties of DENSO’s Iridium alloy.
• Fuel Efficiency: Experience better conservation of fuel at all times, contributing to overall vehicle efficiency and cost savings.

NGK Ruthenium HX High Ignitability spark plugs are the best in class plug for todays modern vehicles. Patented Ruthenium technology offers the most advance tip technology and delivers the highest performance and life expectancy. Created from advanced OE technology as a high ignitability plug, Ruthenium HX spark plugs come with patented, specialized OEM DFE and PSPE tip designs. NGK Ruthenium HX High Ignitability spark plugs provide a more complete fuel burn resulting in a quicker throttle response, smoother idle and better cold starts. Ruthenium center electrode provides industry leading durability.

Product Features:

• HIGH IGNITABILITY DOUBLE FINE ELECTRODE DESIGN: Combines 0.6 millimeter ruthenium center with opposed fine wire platinum ground electrode
• RUTHENIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: NGK’s patented ruthenium technology produces maximum performance, ignitability & durability at high temperatures
• PLATINUM PIN TYPE GROUND ELECTRODE: Provides more complete fuel burn, quicker throttle response, smoother idle and better cold starts
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Modern vehicles using OE DFE type spark plugs or for those seeking an aftermarket plug with the latest OE technology

The Spark Plugs are the product of years of fundamental research in the combustion field. The unique patented electrode configuration of these new The spark plugs increases the amount of combustion pressure created during each power stroke of an engine, which results in a marked increase in power output, fuel economy, and reduced emissions in all gasoline engines. E3.68 is a 14mm, 1.000 reach plug with a gasket seat. It fits a wide variety of late model applications, especially Hemi applications. E3.68 is widely stocked in automotive retail stores. The automotive plugs have three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell. This allows for excellent heat transfer, and helps to create more turbulence in the cylinder. The patented Diamond FIRE side wire is proven to increase power, reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions in long-term use.

Product Features:

• E3’s Diamond Fire edge to edge ground electrode provides maximum performance with increased efficiency and a faster more complete burn
• Smoother Acceleration & Idle – The faster flame initiated by the spark plug results in a more complete burn of the ingested fuel charge. More pressure is created against the piston more fuel is put to work
• Energy – Power output improved up to 6% on average in the typical operating ranges. Results will vary.
• Efficiency – The “diamond shaped” side wire electrode projects the combustion spark in a way that more quickly ignites the air/fuel mixture, thereby creating a significantly faster and larger flame kernel. The result is that more fuel is put to work durin
• E3’s patented Diamond Fire Technology provides a cleaner burning combustion, which translates into fuel savings and reduced engine carbon deposits
• The Spark Plugs are pre-gapped at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
• Wide Compatibility: E3.68 spark plugs are 14mm with a 1.000 reach and a gasket seat, fitting a wide variety of late model applications, especially Hemi engines.
• Enhanced Heat Transfer: The three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell ensure excellent heat transfer and create more turbulence in the cylinder for better combustion.
• Widely Available: E3.68 spark plugs are widely stocked in automotive retail stores, making them easily accessible for consumers.

Champion Iridium spark plug is engineered for peak performance and durability, featuring a fine-wire iridium center electrode laser-locked for precision and a platinum ground electrode for extended life. Designed to maintain stable operating temperatures under all engine loads, this plug ensures consistent ignition and optimal engine performance, regardless of engine type or ignition system. Its iridium-platinum combination delivers unmatched reliability and sharp spark focus, making it ideal for high-performance applications. With a flat seat type and integrated resistor, this spark plug is built to handle demanding conditions while maximizing efficiency and longevity. Perfect for drivers seeking superior ignition technology and lasting value.

Product Features:

• Fine-wire iridium center electrode laser-locked to center electrode
• Platinum ground to ensure high performance and long life
• Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
• Greatest engine performance regardless of engine type or ignition system
• Integrated resistor design enhances efficiency and durability under demanding conditions.

NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs are the best single platinum spark plugs at an economical price. G-Power plugs feature a fine wire platinum center electrode and a trapezoidal cut ground electrode that offers increased durability, improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, faster starts and quicker acceleration over conventional nickel spark plugs. An excellent upgrade for vehicles which used nickel alloy spark plugs originally. For better performance consider upgrading to a NGK Iridium IX plug. For even greater performance consider upgrading to a NGK RUTHENIUM HX plug.

Product Features:

• SINGLE PLATINUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter platinum tip center electrode ensures improved durability and a consistently stable spark
• PLATINUM ALLOY: G-Power platinum provides exceptional value with increased performance and longer service intervals than factory nickel plugs
• TRAPEZOIDAL CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduces quenching design produces improved ignitability and performance
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Lower cost alternative to double precious metal spark plugs or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs

The Platinum TT Spark Plug features a cutting-edge twin-tip design with a platinum center electrode, ensuring superior conductivity for efficient and consistent ignition. Its titanium-enhanced ground strap adds exceptional durability, making it a reliable choice for long-lasting performance. Engineered to optimize flame propagation, this spark plug promotes more complete combustion, improving engine efficiency and power output. The flat seat type ensures a secure fit, while the advanced materials enhance ignition reliability, making it ideal for automotive enthusiasts seeking enhanced performance and durability.

Product Features:

• Platinum Twin-Tip Design: The Denso Platinum TT Spark Plug features a twin-tip design with a high-quality platinum center electrode, ensuring excellent conductivity and enhanced ignition performance.
• Titanium-Enhanced Ground Strap: Equipped with a titanium-enhanced ground strap, this spark plug offers superior durability and longevity, making it a reliable choice for your vehicle’s ignition system.
• Superior Conductivity: The platinum center electrode tip provides excellent conductivity, ensuring efficient and consistent ignition for improved engine performance.
• Enhanced Ignition System: Designed to enhance your vehicle’s ignition system, the Denso Platinum TT Spark Plug delivers superior performance and reliability, making it an ideal choice for automotive enthusiasts.
• Optimized Flame Propagation: Engineered to promote more complete combustion, this spark plug enhances engine efficiency and power output for a smoother and more powerful driving experience.

Copper Plus spark plug delivers reliable performance and durability, making it an excellent choice for maintaining your vehicle’s efficiency. Featuring a copper core center electrode, it ensures precise heat range control, promoting longer life and consistent functionality. The nickel-tipped center and ground electrodes enhance conductivity while resisting corrosion, ensuring dependable ignition performance over time. Designed to meet ISO and SAE Standards, this spark plug guarantees proven reliability and compatibility with standard replacement needs. Its flat seat type and built-in resistor further contribute to optimal performance, making it a practical and value-driven solution for your engine’s ignition system.

Product Features:

• Copper Plus – Dependable Performance and Durability
• Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
• Superior corrosion resistance
• Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
• Nickel-tipped center and ground electrodes enhance conductivity for consistent ignition performance.

The Platinum Spark Plug is engineered for enhanced durability and improved performance, making it an ideal choice for older engine applications. Featuring a platinum center electrode firing tip, it ensures quicker firing, smoother starts, better acceleration, and improved fuel efficiency. Its platinum design prevents gap erosion, extending service life, while the high alumina ceramic insulator provides superior thermal conductivity and insulation for added strength. The multi-rib insulator effectively prevents flash-over, ensuring reliable operation. Built with a nickel-plated shell, this spark plug resists corrosion, further increasing its durability for extended use. With a mid-projection center electrode and flat seat type, it delivers consistent performance, while the nickel ground electrode tip complements its robust design. Designed for performance-grade applications, this spark plug is a dependable solution for maintaining engine efficiency and reliability over time.

Product Features:

• Engineered with a platinum firing tip that prevents gap erosion for longer service life.
• Its high alumina ceramic insulator provides thermal conductivity and superior insulation for increased strength.
• The multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over.
• Designed with a nickel-plated shell that is corrosion resistant to provide increased durability for extended life.
• Built with a mid-projection center electrode, it ensures consistent performance for reliable engine operation.

The Iridium Power Spark Plug features the world’s smallest Iridium Center Electrode at just 0.4mm, delivering unmatched spark precision for maximum combustion and performance. Engineered with a patented 360-degree laser welding assembly process, it ensures durability and reliability even under extreme conditions. The U-groove and taper-cut ground electrode design optimizes flame propagation, while its ability to withstand temperatures exceeding 4000 Deg F guarantees long-lasting performance. Burnished nickel plating enhances resistance to high temperatures and corrosion, making it ideal for a wide range of applications, including classic and collector cars. This spark plug requires 5,000 fewer volts to fire compared to conventional plugs, ensuring superior performance, enhanced horsepower, and improved fuel efficiency. Whether you’re seeking faster starts, fewer misfires under heavy loads, or better overall engine efficiency, this Iridium Power Spark Plug is designed to deliver exceptional results.

Product Features:

• World’s smallest Iridium Center Electrode (0.4mm) for improved spark for maximum combustion
• Patented 360-degree laser welding assembly process
• U-groove and taper cut ground electrode to maximize flame propagation.
• Withstands temperatures greater than 4000 degree Fahrenheit
• Burnished nickel plating for high temperature endurance and superior corrosion resistance
• Wide range of part numbers for thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars
• Iridium Power
• Superior Performance: This spark plug requires 5,000 less volts to fire compared to conventional spark plugs, providing maximum performance even under extreme conditions.
• Enhanced Horsepower and Efficiency: Experience more horsepower, faster and easier starts, fewer misfires under heavy loads, and better fuel efficiency with the DENSO Iridium Power spark plug.

Autolite Double Platinum spark plugs are engineered for exceptional durability and performance, making them a top choice for distributor-less ignition system (DIS) engines. Featuring a platinum-to-platinum design, these spark plugs effectively prevent gap erosion, reduce misfires, and extend service life. The yttrium-enhanced ground electrode ensures superior heat transfer, allowing the spark plug to withstand high temperatures and pressures for greater longevity. With a high alumina ceramic insulator, these plugs deliver optimal thermal conductivity and dielectric strength, while the multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over for reliable ignition. Designed with a mid-projection center electrode and flat seat type, these performance-grade spark plugs are crafted with platinum tips for both the center and ground electrodes, ensuring consistent and efficient operation. Manufactured in the USA, they meet rigorous quality Standards, offering dependable performance and value for your engine. Whether you’re upgrading or maintaining, these spark plugs deliver the durability and precision you need.

Product Features:

• Engineered with a platinum-to-platinum design that prevents gap erosion, extending the life of the spark plug.
• The yttrium-Enhanced Ground Electrode delivers superior heat transfer that delivers more durability under high temps and pressure for greater life.
• Its high alumina ceramic insulator provides optimum thermal conductivity and dielectric strength.
• The multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over.
• Made in the USA: Designed and engineered in the USA, ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards and reliable performance.

The U-Groove Spark Plug features a patented U-groove ground electrode design that enhances ignitability, allowing for leaner fuel mixtures and improved engine efficiency. Built with a nickel center electrode tip and a flat seat type, this spark plug ensures reliable performance and compatibility with a wide range of vehicles, including classic and collector cars. Precision machine-rolled threads minimize the risk of seizing or cross-threading in aluminum heads, making installation smooth and secure. Designed to last twice as long as conventional plugs, it delivers over 30,000 miles of dependable operation. Each plug is 100% pre-fired to guarantee consistent performance, making it an excellent choice for maintaining OE-level performance in your engine.

Product Features:

• Patented U-groove ground electrode design fires leaner mixtures than conventional plugs
• Precision machine-rolled threads reduce seizing and cross-threading in delicate aluminum heads
• Wide range of part numbers for thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars
• Lasts twice as long as most conventional plugs
• 100 percent pre-fired to assure reliable operation
• U-Groove Conventional

NGK ignition coils are manufactured to meet or exceed OE standards for the highest durability and operational performance, so they can be installed with confidence. NGK and their family of automotive products have over 80 years’ experience and are driven by extreme dedication to innovation, performance and quality. With state-of-the-art manufacturing, inventory and distribution facilities in North America and globally, NGK is dedicated to providing customers with world-class products and services. Developed and rigorously tested in our ISO 17025 accredited test lab under the most extreme conditions, NGK’s coil designs will outperform all others – far beyond operational environments a vehicle would actually experience. NGK ignition coils have vast coverage including late-model domestic and import vehicles. NGK’s OE legacy, unsurpassed quality and leading vehicles in operation coverage reinforces NGK as The Ignition Specialist.

Product Features:

• OE QUALITY: Vacuum-sealed premium epoxy resin and thermoplastic coil housings provide superior dielectric strength, voltage insulation and durability
• OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE: Precision coil windings and laminations maximize outputs, custom NGK ASIC chipset optimizes efficiency, prevents component damage
• EASE OF INSTALLATION: NGK Ignition Coils include ignition control module, premium high temperature coil boot, and jumper harnesses where required
• THE NGK DIFFERENCE: Featuring superior materials and design enhancements
• EXTENSIVE TESTING: NGK ignition coils must pass extreme testing during manufacturing to ensure the highest quality and durability standards are met
• PRODUCT ENGINEERING: Advanced flow and stress modeling systems preemptively identify and avoid common failure points found in OE and competitor coils

Carquest Premium ignition coils meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coils are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coils with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD), laser scanning and 3D printing – utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA) – in the part design process ensures speed-to-market and a precise fit guaranteed.
• 100% pure copper precision-wound windings increase coil life and ensure reliability and maximum coil output when needed.
• Highly conductive aluminum alloy secondary terminal guarantees secondary coil terminals will not oxidize (rust), will provide excellent conductivity, extended coil life and will not cause excessive stress on the primary control circuit.
• 100% thermo-shock and vibration tested to ensure superior performance in extreme conditions.
• 100% end-of-line tested to ensure confidence and product reliability, every time.

Every single Delphi ignition coil is designed and endurance tested using high quality materials. This ensures fast starts, consistent engine performance and optimized fuel efficiency. We makes more than 10 million ignition coils for North America each year, and each one is engineered to OE design specifications for vehicles from Ford, Toyota, Nissan, Lexus, GM, Mazda, Chrysler, Subaru, Acura and more.

Product Features:

• Delphi coils provide OE performance, durability and electromagnetic capacity level requirements
• Delphi ignition coils are designed to insert power into spark plugs to ensure fast starts, consistent engine performance and optimized fuel efficiency
• Delphi uses smart winding process techniques to controls wire lengths, keeping voltage the same
• We manufacture our ignition coils with a high quality wire coating that resists imperfections that lead to failure

Carquest Premium ignition coil sets meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coil sets are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coil sets with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coil sets are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:

• Built by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability
• Coil drivers match OE for current limit, electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and multi-spark
• Segmented secondary bobbins to distribute high voltage and prevent shorting
• Extensive design validation testing to ensure long-lasting reliability
• 100% end-of-line tested to ensure proper performance
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413

Benefits of Bosch original equipment quality ignitions coils include the right ignition voltage, long lasting spark, better engine running conditions, lower fuel consumption, and reduced exhaust emissions.

Product Features:

• Meets or exceeds OEM specification
• Ensures reliable voltage for smooth engine performance

Benefits of Bosch original equipment quality ignitions coils include the right ignition voltage, long lasting spark, better engine running conditions, lower fuel consumption, and reduced exhaust emissions.

Product Features:

• Meets or exceeds OEM specification
• Ensures reliable voltage for smooth engine performance

Benefits of Bosch original equipment quality ignitions coils include the right ignition voltage, long lasting spark, better engine running conditions, lower fuel consumption, and reduced exhaust emissions.

Product Features:

• Meets or exceeds OEM specification
• Ensures reliable voltage for smooth engine performance

Every single Delphi ignition coil is designed and endurance tested using high quality materials. This ensures fast starts, consistent engine performance and optimized fuel efficiency. We makes more than 10 million ignition coils for North America each year, and each one is engineered to OE design specifications for vehicles from Ford, Toyota, Nissan, Lexus, GM, Mazda, Chrysler, Subaru, Acura and more.

Product Features:

• Delphi coils provide OE performance, durability and electromagnetic capacity level requirements
• Delphi ignition coils are designed to operate as part of an integral engine management system to insert power into spark plugs and ensure fast starts; consistent engine performance and optimized fuel efficiency
• Delphi uses winding process techniques to control the length of wire between adjacent windings; that’s important since more length means greater voltage differences and can create more pressure that could break down the insulation and wire coating
• We back our ignition coil design with proven materials, such as high quality wires and wire coating that resists the cracks, pin holes and imperfections that most often lead to failure issues

Carquest ignition coils meet original equipment (OE) fit, form and function and are built to ensure reliable starting and performance. Carquest ignition coils are tested to ensure proper spark and perfect fit for each application. These ignition coils are an affordable repair choice to restore the vehicle¿s ignition system performance. Carquest ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:

• Built by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability
• Coil drivers match OE for current limit, electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and multi-spark
• Segmented secondary bobbins to distribute high voltage and prevent shorting
• Extensive design validation testing to ensure long-lasting reliability
• 100% end-of-line tested to ensure proper performance
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413