How to change ignition coil on VW Golf 4 – replacement guide
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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.4 16V,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 4motion,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 16V,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0 4motion,
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change ignition coil on VW GOLF 4 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Ignition Coil for Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) and other VW models
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Disconnect the secondary air pump hoses.
Step 4
Cover the secondary air pump channels with a microfibre cloth to prevent dust and dirt from getting inside.
Step 5
Detach the secondary air pump connector.
Step 6
Unscrew the fasteners connecting the secondary air pump to its bracket. Use a combination spanner #10.
Step 7
Remove the secondary air pump.
Step 8
Unscrew the fastener of the secondary air pump bracket. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Remove the secondary air pump bracket.
Step 10
Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 11
Disconnect the spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
Replacement: ignition coil – VW Golf 4. Tip:
Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
Step 12
Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13
Remove the ignition coil.
Step 14
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 15
Treat the spark plug wire connectors.
Use electronic spray.
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
Tighten the ignition coil fastening. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
Step 18
Plug in the ignition coil connector.
Step 19
Connect the spark plug wires to the ignition coil.
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