How to carry out replacement: Ignition Leads 1.8 VW Passat 32B
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When to replace the Ignition Leads on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Ignition Cable Kit : 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT Variant (32B). Tools you might need:
Pincers
Fender cover
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Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT Variant (32B). Professionals recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ignition leads – VW PASSAT Variant (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 Variant (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 Variant (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 Variant (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 Variant (32B). AUTODOC recommends:
    Follow the installation sequence.
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