Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.4 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 FSI … 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 – Ignition Coil for Bora Saloon (1J2) and other VW models

Ignition coil

Ignition Coil Unit

Puller, ignition coil unit

        Ignition coil for VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.4 16V Petrol (75 hp)
      
        Ignition coil for VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 16V Petrol (105 hp)
      
        Ignition coil for VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 FSI Petrol (110 hp)

Replacement: ignition coil – VW BORA (1J2). Tools you need:

                        Electronic spray
                      
                        High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Flat screwdriver
                      
                        Microfibre towel
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: ignition coil – VW BORA (1J2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW BORA (1J2).

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

Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left.
Step 4

Remove the engine cover.
Step 5

Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
Step 6

Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the oil filler neck.
Step 7

Unscrew the oil filler neck. Remove the oil filler neck.
Step 8

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

Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 10

Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 11

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.

Replacement: ignition coil – VW BORA (1J2). AUTODOC recommends:
Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
Step 12

Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 13

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 14

Treat the ignition coil tip. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 15

Plug in the ignition coil connector.
Step 16

Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 17

Lock the connector.
Step 18

Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.
Step 19

Install the oil filler neck. Screw in the oil filler neck.
Step 20

Attach the crankcase ventilation hose to the oil filler neck.
Step 21

Remove the microfibre towel from the throttle body.
Step 22

Install the engine cover and secure it. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.

Replacement: ignition coil – VW BORA (1J2). Tip:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners and the throttle body air intake hose.
Step 23

Attach the crankcase ventilation hose to the engine cover at the left.

Step 24

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

Step 25

Shut off the engine.

Step 26

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 27

Close the hood.

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