Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Caddy III Van (2KA, 2KH, 2CA, 2CH) 1.4, VW Caddy III Estate (2KB, 2KJ, 2CB, 2CJ) 1.4, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Variant (1K5) 1.4, VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: ignition coil – VW Polo 9N. Tools you'll need:

                        Torx bit T30
                      
                        High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                      
                        Electronic spray
                      
                        Flat screwdriver
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Fender cover
                      
                        Ignition coil removal tool

All the parts you need to replace – Ignition Coil for POLO (9N_) and other VW models

 
    VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Caddy III Estate (2KB, 2KJ, 2CB, 2CJ) 1.4
  
    VW Caddy III Van (2KA, 2KH, 2CA, 2CH) 1.4
  
    VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Golf V Variant (1K5) 1.4
  
    VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4

 
    VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Caddy III Estate (2KB, 2KJ, 2CB, 2CJ) 1.4
  
    VW Caddy III Van (2KA, 2KH, 2CA, 2CH) 1.4
  
    VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V
  
    VW Golf V Variant (1K5) 1.4
  
    VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4

Replacement: ignition coil – VW Polo 9N. AUTODOC experts recommend:

All work should be done with the engine stopped.
The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.

Replacement: ignition coil – VW Polo 9N. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Disconnect the breather hose.Raise the positive crankcase ventilation hose.
Step 4

Undo the engine cover screws (4 pieces).
Step 5

Remove the engine cover.Use Torx T30.
Step 6

Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector.
Step 7

Pry up the ignition coil.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 8

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.Use an ignition coil remover.
Step 9

Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 10

Treat the ignition coil tip.Use high-temperature grease.
Step 11

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 12

Plug in the ignition coil connector.
Step 13

Install the new ignition coil to the spark plug well.Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 14

Lock the connector.
Step 15

Install the engine cover and secure it.Use Torx T30.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
Step 16

Connect the breather hose.
Step 17

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 18

Close the hood.

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