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How to change glow plugs on AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Glow plug : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA) 40 TDI Mild Hybrid quattro, AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA) 40 TDI Mild Hybrid … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA) 40 TDI Mild Hybrid quattro, AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA) 40 TDI Mild Hybrid … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Glow Plugs for A7 Sportback (4KA) and other AUDI models
Alternative products

WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Spark plug socket # 10
Torx bit T27
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Needle nose pliers
Fender cover
Replacement: glow plugs – AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- The replacement procedure is identical for all glow plugs.
- Wear gloves to protect your hands from hot surfaces.
- Replacement: glow plugs – AUDI A7 Sportback (4KA). Recommended sequence of steps:
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Before getting down to work, start the engine and let it warm up to operating temperature.Step 4Shut off the engine.Step 5
Unscrew the bracket for the engine pipes. Use Torx T27. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 6
Detach the engine wiring harness. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 7
Detach the engine wiring harness connectors. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 8
Detach the glow plug wiring connectors. Use needle nose pliers. - Step 9
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells. - Step 10
Treat the glow plugs. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 11
Unscrew the glow plugs. Use the spark plug socket #10. Use a torque wrench. - Step 12
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells. - Step 13
Remove the glow plugs. Use the spark plug socket #10. Use needle nose pliers. - Step 14
Treat the glow plugs. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.Please note!Do not touch the heating element as fingerprints may cause malfunction.
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