How to change ignition coil on VW Golf 6 – replacement guide

Open the hood.

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

Remove the engine cover.

Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.

Raise a little the wiring of the ignition coils and move it aside.

Pry up the ignition coil.Use a crowbar.

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.

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

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

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

Plug in the connectors of the ignition coils.

Secure the wiring of the ignition coils in its mounting seats.

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

Remove the fender protection cover.

Close the hood.

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

Shut off the engine.