When to replace the Spark Plug on your AUDI 80
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 CC quattro (85Q), AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE, AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8, AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE quattro (85Q), AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE quattro (85Q), AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 CC quattro (85Q), AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE, AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8, AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8, AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 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 – Spark Plug for 80 (81, 85, B2) and other AUDI models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2). Tools you need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Spark plug socket # 20
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2). AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2). Use the following procedure:
  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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    Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
  2. Step 4
    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 6
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  4. Step 7
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  5. Step 8
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
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