Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA) 2.0 TFSI 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

Tools
Replacement: ignition coil – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). List of the tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Electronic spray
Flat screwdriver
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: ignition coil – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ignition coil – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the engine cover.
  2. Step 4
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
  3. Step 5
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    Raise a little the wiring of the ignition coils and move it aside.
  4. Step 6
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 7
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
  6. Step 8
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    Treat the ignition coil tip. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  7. Step 9
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    Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
  8. Step 10
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    Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
    Replacement: ignition coil – AUDI A5 Sportback (8TA). AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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