How to carry out replacement: Glow Plugs 1.9 TDI VW Jetta 1k2
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How to change glow plugs on VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Glow Plugs on your VW JETTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Glow plug : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: glow plugs – VW JETTA III (1K2). Tools you might need:
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
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Replacement: glow plugs – VW JETTA III (1K2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all glow plugs.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands from hot surfaces.
  • Replacement: glow plugs – VW JETTA III (1K2). Recommended sequence of steps:
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
    Before getting down to work, start the engine and let it warm up to operating temperature.
    Step 4
    Shut off the engine.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the bracket for the engine pipes. Use Torx T27. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 6
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    Detach the engine wiring harness. Use a flat screwdriver.
  3. Step 7
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    Detach the engine wiring harness connectors. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 8
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    Detach the glow plug wiring connectors. Use needle nose pliers.
  5. Step 9
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  6. Step 10
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    Treat the glow plugs. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 11
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    Unscrew the glow plugs. Use the spark plug socket #10. Use a torque wrench.
  8. Step 12
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  9. Step 13
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    Remove the glow plugs. Use the spark plug socket #10. Use needle nose pliers.
  10. Step 14
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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.
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