How to carry out replacement: Ignition Coil 1.0 VW Polo 2 86C
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How to change ignition coil on VW Polo Classic (86C, 80) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: ignition coil – VW POLO CLASSIC (86C, 80). 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 POLO CLASSIC (86C, 80). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for the ignition coils of all cylinders.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW POLO CLASSIC (86C, 80) – 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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