BMW 650i Ignition and Tune-Up Products

The Ignition switch is the main power switched distribution point in every vehicle. The ignition switch in some manner will be connected directly to the vehicle battery and then supply power out to every operating system in the vehicle that is required to be connected and disconnected from the vehicle’s battery or power source.

Product Features:

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD), laser scanning and 3D printing – utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA) – in the connector terminal design process ensures speed-to-market and a precise connector fit guaranteed.
• Product constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
• 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.
• Lead frame terminal size and location determined using image dimension measuring system or 3D laser scanner.
• Where applicable electrical connectors meet or exceed OE wire gauge, insulation, and terminal material requirements.

Engineered for precision and reliability, this Double Platinum Spark Plug is crafted to meet the highest OE performance, durability, and emissions standards. Featuring OE-grade platinum on both the center and ground electrodes, it ensures superior thermal conductivity and sustained spark performance for over 60,000 miles. The premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads enhances durability and provides a secure fit, while the flat seat type ensures optimal compatibility with your vehicle. Designed to reduce secondary required voltage and increase ignition efficiency, this spark plug delivers consistent performance and helps minimize shop comebacks, ensuring customer satisfaction. With its double platinum design and adherence to OE standards, it offers exceptional value and long-lasting performance for your engine.

Product Features:

• OE grade platinum on both center and ground electrodes
• Premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads
• Superior thermal conductivity
• Sustained spark performance over 60,000 miles
• Reduced secondary required voltage, increased ignition efficiency
• Satisfied customers, reduced shop comebacks
• Double Platinum
• OE Performance: Designed to meet original equipment (OE) standards for optimal performance in your vehicle.

Champion Platinum Power spark plugs are engineered for premium performance and durability, making them an excellent choice for maintaining your vehicle’s peak efficiency. Featuring a platinum-tipped center electrode, these spark plugs ensure long-lasting reliability and resist wear, maintaining the proper gap specification throughout their lifespan. The fine-wire center electrode enhances ignitability, while the V-trimmed ground electrode sharpens spark focus for improved combustion. Constructed with an exclusive Heat-Active alloy, these plugs quickly reach and maintain optimal operating temperatures, ensuring consistent performance under various driving conditions. Designed with a flat seat type and integrated resistor, they deliver smooth operation and compatibility with a wide range of vehicles. Upgrade to Champion Platinum Power spark plugs for a blend of cutting-edge technology and dependable performance.

Product Features:

• Platinum Power- Premium Spark Plug. Powerful Performance.
• Platinum center electrode for long life
• Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature
• Platinum tipped center wire resists wear and helps to maintain proper gap spec over life of the plug

Copper Plus Spark Plug RC9MC4 delivers dependable performance and durability, making it an ideal choice for standard replacement needs. Featuring a copper core center electrode, it ensures precise heat range control for extended lifespan and consistent functionality. The nickel-tipped center and ground electrodes enhance conductivity while resisting corrosion, ensuring reliable ignition performance over time. Built to ISO and SAE Standards, this spark plug guarantees proven quality and compatibility with a wide range of vehicles. Its flat seat design and integrated resistor further contribute to optimal performance, making it a trusted solution for maintaining engine efficiency. Choose this spark plug for superior wear resistance and long-lasting reliability.

Product Features:

• Copper Plus – Dependable Performance.
• Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
• Patented TinTac and ULTRASEAL coated shell for maximum corrosion resistance
• Patented SAC-9 semiconductor resistor for maximum EMI & RFI suppression
• Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance

The Double Platinum Power Spark Plug (RC10PLPB4) is engineered for enhanced ignitability and long-lasting durability, making it a premium choice for reliable engine performance. Featuring a fine-wire platinum center electrode and a platinum pad ground electrode, this spark plug ensures greater wear resistance and a sharper, more focused spark. The innovative Heat-Active alloy allows the electrodes to maintain an optimal operating temperature under all engine loads, ensuring consistent performance and efficiency. Its V-trimmed ground electrode design further enhances spark focus, while the resistor type construction minimizes electrical interference. Designed as a standard replacement with a flat seat type, this spark plug is built to deliver powerful performance and maintain stable operation, making it an excellent choice for drivers seeking durability and precision in their ignition system.

Product Features:

• Double Platinum Power – Premium Spark Plug. More Powerful Performance.
• Platinum center and ground electrode for greater wear resistance
• Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
• Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature

NGK Laser Iridium High Ignitability spark plugs offer the best combination of performance and longevity. Engineered specifically for OE applications, Laser Iridium High Ignitability spark plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Iridium tipped center electrode provides durability six times harder than platinum. NGKs high grade pure alumina ceramic and 98 percent pure copper core prevents the spark plug from overheating while providing reliable starts. Laser Iridium High Ignitability spark plugs feature raised platinum pad or platinum fine wire tip on the ground electrode for even wear in distributorless ignition systems and improved spark performance.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT HIGH IGNITABILITY DESIGN: SPE tip & iridium alloy center electrode produce the most advanced OE spark plug technology
• IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
• SPE DESIGN: Square platinum electrode shape of the ground electrode provides the best ignitability and service life for high heat engines
• 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: Best for vehicles with OE SPE iridium alloy plugs
• Superior Durability: The iridium-tipped center electrode is six times harder than platinum, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
• Enhanced Spark Performance: Features a raised platinum pad or platinum fine wire tip on the ground electrode for even wear in distributorless ignition systems.
• Quality Assurance: Tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability, providing peace of mind for your vehicle’s ignition system.

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
• Resistor Type: Includes a resistor to reduce radio frequency interference, ensuring smooth engine performance.
• Flat Seat Type: Designed with a flat seat type for a secure and precise fit.

NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life compared to conventional nickel spark plugs. Laser Platinum plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Engineered specifically for OE applications. Laser platinum plugs provide stable idling, superior anti-fouling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. High-grade pure alumina ceramic and 98% pure copper core prevents spark plug from overheating and provides reliable starts. Most Laser Platinum spark plugs feature a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear in distributor less ignition systems.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction fine wire platinum alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
• PLATINUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Longer wearing and higher temperature resistance compared to traditional nickel spark plugs
• PLATINUM TIP GROUND ELECTRODE: Unless OE specified, platinum protection at the ground electrode provides excellent ignitability and service life
• 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: Best for vehicles with OE fine wire platinum alloy plugs

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

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

As the innovator and leader in stick coil technology DENSO has conducted superior testing and inspection processes to insure the highest quality ignition coil. Don’t be fooled by imitations – look for the DENSO name to be sure you’re getting the best.

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 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

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 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

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 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

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 knock sensors are designed to perform in harsh engine environments and meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. Carquest Premium knock sensors are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We utilize advanced technology to design sensors that are, in many cases, stronger than OE parts. Carquest Premium knock sensors undergo extensive validation testing to ensure long-lasting performance and reliability. Carquest Premium knock sensors 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:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• Trivalent iridescent chromate plating prevents corrosion
• Silicone seals prevent moisture intrusion preventing false codes and sensor failure
• Wiring harnesses utilize high-temperature insulation when applicable
• Extensive design validation testing and 100% end-of-line tested
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413

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.

Carquest Premium knock sensors are designed to perform in harsh engine environments and meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. Carquest Premium knock sensors are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We utilize advanced technology to design sensors that are, in many cases, stronger than OE parts. Carquest Premium knock sensors undergo extensive validation testing to ensure long-lasting performance and reliability. Carquest Premium knock sensors 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:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• Trivalent iridescent chromate plating prevents corrosion
• Silicone seals prevent moisture intrusion preventing false codes and sensor failure
• Wiring harnesses utilize high-temperature insulation when applicable
• Extensive design validation testing and 100% end-of-line tested
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413

Carquest Premium knock sensors are designed to perform in harsh engine environments and meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. Carquest Premium knock sensors are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We utilize advanced technology to design sensors that are, in many cases, stronger than OE parts. Carquest Premium knock sensors undergo extensive validation testing to ensure long-lasting performance and reliability. Carquest Premium knock sensors 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:

• Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
• Trivalent iridescent chromate plating prevents corrosion
• Silicone seals prevent moisture intrusion preventing false codes and sensor failure
• Wiring harnesses utilize high-temperature insulation when applicable
• Extensive design validation testing and 100% end-of-line tested
• Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413