How to carry out replacement: Ignition Coil 1.8 Passat 3a5
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How to change ignition coil on VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0 … View more

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Replacement: ignition coil – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). List of the tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
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Replacement: ignition coil – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the ignition coil.
  3. Step 5
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    Disconnect the high voltage wire.
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    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the cowl grille seal.
  6. Step 8
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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  7. Step 9
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    Install a new ignition coil.
  8. Step 10
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    Tighten the ignition coil fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 nm torque.
  9. Step 11
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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.
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