BMW 550i Ignition and Tune-Up Products

IDEMITSU Premium PSF is specifically engineered to meet the demanding performance requirements of Honda and Acura power steering units. This advanced technology fluid is formulated with premium quality base oils and the latest additive technologies to provide outstanding protection and performance under the most servere environmental and driving conditions.IDEMITSU Premium PSF can also be used in most Asian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) power steering units that do not utilize electronic power steering technology.

Product Features:

• Unique friction technology provides efficient and noise-free operation
• Advanced formulation technology provides outstanding protection to the entire power steering system while delivering smooth performance under the most severe operating conditions
• Superior low temperature performance for easy flow and protection against cavitation and elimination of “squawking” and “squealing”
• Excellent compatibility with seals, gaskets and internal components to reduce the potential for leaks and ensures smooth performance over extended intervals
• Robust anti-wear and inhibitor chemistry provides enhanced component and fluid durability and long-life

With over 100 years of engineering expertise and more than 11 billion plugs sold, Autolite continues to lead the industry. Designed and engineered in the USA, these spark plugs feature a center wire platinum firing tip that reduces gap erosion, minimizes misfires, and enhances performance and durability. The high nickel alloy side electrode maintains a precise gap, while the full platinum tip ensures virtually no gap erosion for extended life. The necked-down center electrode fires quicker and cleaner with less voltage, resulting in easier starts, quicker acceleration, and improved fuel economy compared to standard plugs. For even greater performance, consider upgrading to Autolite Double Platinum or Iridium XP spark plugs.

Product Features:

• High nickel alloy side electrode maintains precise gap
• Full platinum tip assures virtually no gap erosion for long life
• Necked-down center electrode fires quicker, cleaner with less voltage for easier starts, quicker acceleration and improved fuel economy (as compared to standard plugs)
• Improved Fuel Economy: Designed to provide better fuel efficiency compared to standard spark plugs.

Increased performance with World’s smallest Iridium Center Eletrode (0.4mm).

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° 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

Only Bosch uses a platinum center electrode, heat-fused into an extended insulator that reaches self-cleaning temperature only seconds after starting. Lower ignition voltage requirements versus other plug designs for reliable cold weather starts and superior operation under all driving conditions.

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent and direct fit application.
• Platinum center electrode, heat-fused into an extended insulator.
• Nickel-plated rolled threads.
• Tapered, yttrium-enhanced v-profile ground electrode.
• Electrode gap is factory set and never requires adjustment.
• Anti-seize and corrosion protection.

2X longer service life compared to standard copper plugs Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs are the newest member of our OE fine wire spark plug family. From the brand trusted in the world’s most advanced engines, Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs are engineered to provide you with improved ignitability and performance.

Product Features:

• OE design for optimum fit and function
• Fine wire design delivers improved ignitability and performance life
• Center electrode is an ultra fine wire design.
• Copper core provides broader heat range to resist pre-ignition
• Tapered shape ground electrode reduces flame shrouding for improved combustion
• Yttrium enhanced to resist wear
• Nickel-plated shell with rolled threads
• Ribbed insulator design

Intermotor® is a complete engine management import line that includes ignition and electrical relays, switches and sensors with a concentration on high technology categories such as computerized engine controls, fuel injection, and emission controls with coverage for every part number with an import nameplate. Intermotor® parts are unrivalled for quality, original fit, form, function, and coverage providing a genuine import part in every box. Intermotor® is the import leader by design.

Product Features:

• 100% pure copper windings in primary and secondary bobbins improve durability and provide higher resistance to internal shorts and dielectric breakdown
• Thermoplastic housing withstands heat stress for enhanced durability
• Internal core made from grain oriented electrical steel limits loss factor within magnetic circuit to reduce heat and ensure coil endurance
• External core made from oriented silicon steel ensures durability and longevity
• Stainless steel spring resists corrosion
• Tin-plated brass terminals improve electrical contact and protect against corrosion
• High-dielectric epoxy injected into case and pulled into vacuum to eliminate air pockets and prevent moisture intrusion or thermal breakdown
• Silicone rubber boot withstands extreme heat to ensure superior insulation

High-performance ignition coils from Bosch guarantee a reliable voltage from the start, more ignition energy to ensure that your engine starts and runs smoothly. Bosch ignition systems combine the security of fully developed system engineering with the employment of the latest technology. The application of Bosch ignition coils ensures all advantages of the original equipment. Bosch Ignition coils provide more ignition energy to ensure that your engine starts well and runs smoothly. High-performance ignition coils from Bosch guarantee a reliable voltage from the start.

Product Features:

• Demand controlled ignition voltage
• Long spark duration
• Better engine performance
• Reduced fuel consumption
• Reduced obnoxious emissions in exhaust gas

All the ignition coils are built to achieve or exceed OE specifications and are known industry-wide for their reliability and performance. the ignition coils convert low voltage into high ignition system voltage, creating an electric spark sent to the spark plugs which ignites the fuel. the ignition coils provide excellent mechanical stability and corrosion protection. Also, the ignition coils contribute to lower fuel consumption and reduced exhaust emissions for your vehicle.

Product Features:

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

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.

Delphi OE technology ignition products are validated to match the vehicles system; OE quality replacement parts for the right fit , form and function; Delphi coils provide OE performance, durability and electromagnetic capacity level requirements.

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

The Febi Spark Plug Tube is an ideal high quality aftermarket replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:

• Engineered to withstand extremes in temperatures
• High profile insulation to prevent arching
• Premium aftermarket replacement
• Provides performance and dependability
• Manufactured to meet OE specifications

BWD is an aftermarket leader, providing a premium line of engine management products. BWD manufactures and distributes high technology critical components for late model domestic and import vehicles. BWD is constantly evolving to give customers the competitive edge they need to compete in today’s ever-changing marketplace.

Product Features:

• Our control modules feature double wire bonds for better connections, greater dependability and longer life despite being subjected to intense vibration and the tough operating environment
• Copper slug heat sinks provide better heat dissipation to prevent heat from damaging the module
• Our ignition modules will respond to a weak signal from the crankshaft position sensor and begin energizing the coils immediately for better starts in cold weather
• High-temperature polymer housing reducing moisture intrusion and minimizes vibration damage for extended life and improved reliability
• Our ignition modules are durability tested for 500 thermal cycles ranging from -40C to +125C

Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

The VDO OE quality knock sensor is engineered to the exact specifications of the vehicle manufacturer to ensure the replacement sensor is the same in quality and function as the part installed as first equipment.

Product Features:

• OEM quality direct fit application
• Ground-isolated design with two-wire shielded harness helps protect the sensor signal from electro-magnetic interference (EMI)
• Mounting hole is the same size as OE
• Maintains OE specifications for frequency response

Bosch Knock Sensors are highly accurate and sensitive to detect engine knock, ensuring efficient performance and long life of your vehicle.

Product Features:

• High Precision Even under Extreme Conditions
• Improved efficiency and prolonged engine life
• Linear signal over large frequency range

Bosch OE quality knock sensors for optimum engine protection and fuel consumption reduction up to 9%

Product Features:

• Bosch OE quality knock sensors for optimum engine protection
• Bosch OE quality knock sensors improve combustion efficiency and reduce fuel consumption up to 9%
• Bosch OE quality knock sensors increase torque up to 5%
• Bosch OE quality knock sensors enable the use of multiple quality fuels with various anti-knock properties

Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.