BMW 535is Ignition and Tune-Up Products

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces of this type of ignition system which is typically driven by the engine’s camshaft. The distributor is the device that delivers the ignition spark to the spark plugs at a precise time, and spark timing is critical. Any wear or component out of place in this type of system will result in failure. Within the distributor and mounted to it are many individual pieces which allow the distributor and system to be maintained and repaired to keep it in top working order.

Product Features:

• All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces of this type of ignition system which is typically driven by the engine’s camshaft. The distributor is the device that delivers the ignition spark to the spark plugs at a precise time, and spark timing is critical. Any wear or component out of place in this type of system will result in failure. Within the distributor and mounted to it are many individual pieces which allow the distributor and system to be maintained and repaired to keep it in top working order.

Product Features:

• All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces of this type of ignition system which is typically driven by the engine’s camshaft. The distributor is the device that delivers the ignition spark to the spark plugs at a precise time, and spark timing is critical. Any wear or component out of place in this type of system will result in failure. Within the distributor and mounted to it are many individual pieces which allow the distributor and system to be maintained and repaired to keep it in top working order.

Product Features:

• All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

The Iridium Power Spark Plug features the world’s smallest iridium center electrode at just 0.4mm, delivering unmatched spark precision for maximum combustion efficiency. Engineered with patented 360-degree laser welding, it ensures durability and reliability even under extreme conditions, withstanding temperatures over 4000 Deg F. The U-groove and taper-cut ground electrode design enhances flame propagation, optimizing engine performance. Its burnished nickel plating provides superior resistance to high temperatures and corrosion, making it ideal for long-term use. Designed for a wide range of applications, including classic and collector cars, this spark plug offers superior performance with increased horsepower and improved fuel efficiency. Requiring 5,000 volts less to fire compared to conventional plugs, it ensures reliable starts and fewer misfires, even under heavy loads. Constructed with a durable iridium center electrode tip and a flat seat type, the Iridium Power Spark Plug guarantees long-lasting performance, making it a top choice for drivers seeking efficiency, power, and reliability.

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: Patented technology allows the Iridium Power plug to outperform any other spark plug on the market, delivering more horsepower and better fuel efficiency.
• Low Voltage Requirement: Requires 5,000 volts less to fire compared to conventional spark plugs, making it highly efficient and reliable under extreme conditions.
• Enhanced Engine Starts: Experience faster and easier engine starts with fewer misfires, even under heavy loads, thanks to the advanced design of the DENSO Iridium Power spark plug.
• Durable Iridium Material: Constructed with a durable iridium center electrode tip and a flat seat type, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.

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 Copper Plus spark plug delivers dependable performance and durability, making it an ideal choice for maintaining your engine’s efficiency. Featuring a copper core center electrode, it ensures precise heat control for extended lifespan and consistent wear. Its nickel center electrode tip and flat seat design enhance reliability while meeting ISO and SAE Standards for proven performance. Built with superior corrosion resistance, this spark plug is designed to withstand harsh conditions, ensuring long-term functionality. As a standard replacement grade type with a resistor, it offers compatibility with a wide range of vehicles. Whether you’re looking for improved conductivity or reliable ignition, this spark plug provides excellent value and performance for your engine’s needs.

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
• Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
• Reliable Nickel Center Electrode Tip: Featuring a nickel center electrode tip and flat seat type, this spark plug enhances reliability and helps maintain your engine’s efficiency.

Autolite Platinum spark plugs are crafted for superior performance and durability, making them ideal for older engine applications. Featuring a platinum center electrode firing tip, these spark plugs ensure quicker firing, smoother starts, better acceleration, and improved fuel efficiency. The platinum firing tip prevents gap erosion, extending the service life, while the high alumina ceramic insulator enhances thermal conductivity and insulation for added strength. A multi-rib insulator design prevents flash-over, ensuring reliable operation, and the nickel-plated shell resists corrosion for long-lasting durability. With a mid-projection standard center electrode and a flat seat type, these performance-grade spark plugs deliver consistent results. The combination of platinum and nickel materials in the electrode tips further boosts reliability, making them a dependable choice for maintaining engine efficiency and longevity.

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.
• The combination of platinum and nickel materials in the electrode tips enhances reliability, ensuring consistent engine performance and efficiency over time.

NGK V-Power spark plugs offer reliable performance and improved ignitability over standard nickel plugs. Engineered specifically for OE applications, the special V-cut nickel alloy center electrode and concave ground electrode of NGK’s V-Power spark plug increases ignitability providing quicker starts and smoother idle. NGK’s legendary high grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance. Trivalent metal plating ensures superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction nickel alloy center electrode with V-groove provides consistent performance
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE nickel alloy plugs, not recommended on vehicles with factory precious metal plugs
• NGK’s OE CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY: High grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric 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
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal

ACDelco Gold (Professional) Double Platinum Spark Plug are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:

• One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
• Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
• Pure copper core results in cooler electrode temperature for maximized durability and fouling resistance
• Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
• Premium aftermarket replacement part
• Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models

The Iridium TT Spark Plug delivers the perfect blend of durability and high performance, making it an ideal choice for drivers seeking reliability and power. Featuring a 0.4mm Iridium center electrode – the world’s smallest diameter – it maximizes firing potential, while the 0.7mm needle tip ground electrode promotes higher spark energy and minimizes heat quenching. Crafted with DENSO’s patented Iridium-Rhodium alloy formula, this spark plug boasts the highest concentration of Iridium for unmatched durability. Its 360-degree laser welding process ensures a robust bond and structural integrity, even under extreme conditions exceeding 4000 degrees Fahrenheit. Designed with a flat seat type for a secure fit, it offers consistent performance throughout its lifespan. Beyond power and torque, the Iridium TT enhances fuel economy and reduces emissions, allowing you to drive around the Earth over four times with improved efficiency. This spark plug is the ultimate solution for drivers demanding OE-style reliability combined with high-performance endurance.

Product Features:

• 0.4mm Iridium Center Electrode: World’s Smallest Diameter that maximizes firing potential
• 0.7mm Needle Tip Ground Electrode: Promotes higher spark energy and less heat quenching
• DENSO Patented Optimized Iridium-Rhodium Alloy Formula: Highest concentration of Iridium vs. competitors for greater durability
• DENSO Patented 360 degree laser welding process: Ensuring exceptional quality bond and structural strength with the Iridium Center Electrode
• Durability of an OE style plug combined with Power and Torque of high performance.
• Withstands temperatures greater than 4000 degree Fahrenheit
• Iridium TT
• Enhanced Fuel Economy and Lower Emissions: Drive around the Earth over 4 times with improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
• Reliable and Durable: The flat seat type design ensures a secure fit and consistent performance throughout its lifespan.

NGK Standard spark plugs (in the iconic NGK ‘yellow box’ packaging) are a proven OE cornerstone and technology customers have relied on for decades. Engineered specifically for OE applications, NGK Standard spark plugs provide OE quality nickel alloy reli

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction nickel alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE nickel alloy plugs, not recommended on vehicles with factory precious metal plugs
• NGK’s OE CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY: High grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric 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
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal

ACDelco Professional Conventional Spark Plugs are designed for reliability and efficient performance, and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. Their high-quality copper cores and outstanding suppression characteristics deliver reliable performance. They are also available for Marine applications. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:

• Black Onyx coating helps reduce corrosion
• Copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
• Ribbed suppressor seal extends resistance and helps prevent spark ‘flash over’ and misfires
• Nickel-chrome alloy sheathing helps prevent corrosion on center electrode
• Available for use in Marine applications
• Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
• Premium aftermarket replacement part
• Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models

Autolite Copper spark plugs are designed to provide reliable performance and efficiency for your vehicle. Featuring a copper core center electrode, these spark plugs excel in thermal control and resist fouling, ensuring consistent operation. The high nickel alloy center and ground electrodes are built for extended life, while the high alumina multi-rib ceramic insulator enhances thermal conductivity and insulation strength. With a nickel-plated shell, these spark plugs resist corrosion, offering long-lasting durability. Engineered for quick starts and smooth acceleration, they enhance your driving experience while promoting better fuel economy, helping you save at the pump. The mid-projection standard center electrode design and flat seat type ensure compatibility with a wide range of applications, making these spark plugs a dependable choice for maintaining your vehicle’s performance.

Product Features:

• The copper core center electrode aids in thermal control and improves resistance to fouling.
• Its specially engineered high nickel alloy center and ground electrode provides extended life.
• The high alumina multi-rib ceramic insulator provides thermal conductivity and superior insulation for increased strength.
• Designed with a nickel-plated shell that is corrosion resistant to provide increased durability for extended periods.
• Quick Starts and Smooth Acceleration: The Autolite Copper Spark Plug ensures quick engine starts and smooth acceleration, enhancing your driving experience.
• Good Fuel Economy: Engineered for efficiency, these spark plugs help improve your vehicle’s fuel economy, saving you money at the pump.

NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are specifically designed for the performance enthusiast. Iridium IX provides outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability. NGK Iridium IX plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional anti-fouling. Tapered cut ground electrode provides improved starting, idling and throttle response. The Iridium fine wire center electrode’s durability is six times harder than platinum. Iridium alloy’s extremely high melting point is perfect for today’s engines. For even greater performance consider upgrading to an NGK Ruthenium HX plug.

Product Features:

• SINGLE IRIDIUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter iridium tip center electrode ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark
• IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
• TAPERED CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduced quenching design produces outstanding ignitability, improved acceleration, fuel efficiency and durability
• 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: Modified or high performance applications, or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
• Outstanding Acceleration and High Fuel Efficiency: NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are engineered to deliver exceptional acceleration and improved fuel efficiency, making them ideal for performance enthusiasts.
• Extreme Ignitability and Anti-Fouling: These spark plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional resistance to fouling, ensuring reliable performance in various driving conditions.

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:

• 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
• 100% end-of-line tested to ensure proper performance
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413