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How to change distributor cap on AUDI 80 B3 (89, 89Q, 8A) – replacement guide
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AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S quattro, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.6, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S quattro, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.6, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.8 S, AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Distributor Cap for 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3) and other AUDI models
Distributor Cap
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Electronic spray
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: distributor cap – AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
- Thoroughly inspect the ignition distributor assembly. Replace any worn parts.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: distributor cap – AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Open the hood.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Make marks on the distributor cap to indicate the installation order of the spark plug wires.
- Step 4Disconnect the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.Replacement: distributor cap – AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
- Step 5Release the distributor cap clips. Use a crowbar.
- Step 6Remove the distributor cap.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: distributor cap – AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
- Step 7Install a new distributor cap.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: distributor cap – AUDI 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3). Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
- Step 8Fasten the distributor cap clips.
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