R56 Correct spark plugs for a 2009 R56 Base Hatchback??

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Apr 1, 2013 | 12:23 PM

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Correct spark plugs for a 2009 R56 Base Hatchback??

Hello all, I have been trying in vain to accurately obtain a part # for the correct spark plugs for my 2009 Mini Cooper Base hatchback. The car was produced BEFORE the 2009 split. I have conflicting information concerning BERU and NGK part #s. One website contradicts the other and even NGK can't seem to tell me what's what. Can someone please inform me as to the absolute correct spark plugs? I am not interested in anything but OE or direct replacement for the OE. Thanks so much!!!

Apr 1, 2013 | 01:09 PM

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Depends on your build date found in your driver door.

Use the following part number if built before 9/09:

BERU 12ZR6SP03
12120035933

From 9/2009 on
BERU 12ZR6SP02
1212215816

Go here to confirm part numbers by entering part of your VIN.

http://realoem.com/bmw/select.do?kin...one=USA&arch=0

Apr 1, 2013 | 01:23 PM

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Apr 1, 2013 | 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Braminator

MIni Cooper part # 12 12 0 035 531 For vehicles up to 09/2009
NGK ILZKBR7A-8GBosch ZQR-8-SI-302

FYI That part number is for the turbo model, not the N.A. Cooper

Apr 1, 2013 | 02:01 PM

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FYI That part number is for the turbo model, not the N.A. Cooper

You are correct I pasted the wrong one. Good catch.

Apr 1, 2013 | 02:18 PM

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Yep, good note on the split year:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Mini-2009-Cooper-R56-Base-Coupe-L4_1.6L_N12B16A/Maintenance/Engine/Ignition/

You can see the manufacture types in red and well as the split years.

Thanks

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