How to carry out replacement: Ignition Coil 1.6 TDI VW Jetta mk6
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How to change ignition coil on VW Jetta Mk6 (162, 163, AV3, AV2) – replacement guide

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Tools
Replacement: ignition coil – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). 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 JETTA IV (162, 163). 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 JETTA IV (162, 163).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
  5. Step 5
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 6
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    Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the oil filler neck.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the oil filler neck. Remove the oil filler neck.
  8. Step 8
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    Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
  9. Step 9
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    Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 10
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar. Use a flat screwdriver.
  11. Step 11
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
    Replacement: ignition coil – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). AUTODOC recommends:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  12. Step 12
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  13. Step 13
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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.
  14. Step 14
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    Treat the ignition coil tip. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 15
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    Plug in the ignition coil connector.
  16. Step 16
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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.
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