When to replace the Glow Plugs on your SEAT ALHAMBRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Glow plug : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: glow plugs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Tools you might need:
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Spark plug socket # 10
Fender cover
Replacement: glow plugs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all glow plugs.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands from hot surfaces.
  • Please note: all work on the car – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Before getting down to work, start the engine and let it warm up to operating temperature.
  2. Step 4
    Shut off the engine.
    Step 5
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    Detach the glow plug wiring connectors.
  3. Step 6
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    Treat the glow plugs. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the glow plugs. Use the spark plug socket #10. Use a torque wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the glow plugs.
  6. Step 9
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    Treat the glow plugs. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
    Please note!
    Do not touch the heating element as fingerprints may cause malfunction.
  7. Step 10
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    Install new glow plugs to their mounting seats.
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