When to replace the Ignition Leads on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Ignition Cable Kit : 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT (32B) 1.8, VW PASSAT (32B) 1.8, VW PASSAT (32B) 1.8, VW PASSAT (32B) 1.6, VW PASSAT (32B) 1.6, VW PASSAT (32B) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Ignition Leads for PASSAT (32B) and other VW models
How to change Ignition Cable Kit on VW PASSAT (32B) 1.8 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Ignition Cable Kit
How to change Ignition lead on VW PASSAT (32B) 1.8 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Ignition lead
Tools
Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). Tools you might need:
Pincers
Fender cover
Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). Professionals recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Disconnect the high voltage wire.
    Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). Tip:
    Wear dielectric gloves.
  2. Step 4
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    Make marks on the distributor cap to indicate the installation order of the spark plug wires.
  3. Step 5
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Use pincers.
    Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  4. Step 6
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.
    Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  5. Step 7
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    Connect new spark plug wires to the distributor cap.
    Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT (32B). AUTODOC recommends:
    Follow the installation sequence.
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