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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Ignition coil

Replacement: ignition coil – VAUXHALL TIGRA Mk I (F07). Tools you'll need:

                      Electronic spray
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Torx bit T20
                    
                      Torx bit T30
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Microfibre towel
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: ignition coil – VAUXHALL TIGRA Mk I (F07). AUTODOC experts recommend:

The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
Please note: all work on the car – VAUXHALL TIGRA Mk I (F07) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Unscrew the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use Torx T20.
Step 4

Remove the air distribution housing assembly.
Step 5

Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 7

Remove the oil filler cap.

Step 8

Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
Step 9

Remove the engine cover.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: ignition coil – VAUXHALL TIGRA Mk I (F07). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 10

Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.
Step 11

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 12

Clean the ignition coil bolts.
Step 13

Detach the connector from the ignition coil. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 14

Unscrew the ignition coil bolts. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar.
Step 16

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Step 17

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 18

Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 19

Tighten the ignition coil bolts. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 nm torque.
Step 20

Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
Step 21

Plug in the ignition coil connector. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 22

Remove the oil filler cap.

Step 23

Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.

Step 24

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: ignition coil – VAUXHALL TIGRA Mk I (F07). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
Step 25

Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 26

Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.
Step 27

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 28

Tighten the oil filler cap.

Step 29

Reinstall the air distribution housing assembly.
Step 30

Screw in the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use Torx T20.

Step 31

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 32

Shut off the engine.

Step 33

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 34

Close the hood.

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