How to carry out replacement: Spark Plug 1.4 HDi Citroen C3 Mk1
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How to change spark plugs on Citroen C3 1 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Spark Plug on your CITROËN C3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 i Bivalent, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 BiFuel, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.1 i, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4, CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.1 LPG … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change spark plug on CITROEN C3 1 (FC, FN) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – Citroen C3 1. Tools you need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Drive socket # 10
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Telescoping magnet
Fender cover
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Replacement: spark plugs – Citroen C3 1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – Citroen C3 1. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Detach the PCV valve.
  4. Step 4
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    Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the intake manifold.
  5. Step 5
    Remove the crankcase ventilation hoses.
    Step 6
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    Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the air duct.
  6. Step 7
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    Detach the throttle valve connectors.
  7. Step 8
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  8. Step 9
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    Detach the connector from the intake manifold.
  9. Step 10
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    Cover the PCV valve hole with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 12
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  13. Step 14
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
  15. Step 16
    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  16. Step 18
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    Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 nm torque.
    Replacement: spark plugs – Citroen C3 1. AUTODOC recommends:
    Don't tighten the plugs with excessive force. Exceeding tightening torque can damage the thread connection. Be careful when working with a spark plug wrench. Its skewing can cause damage to the threaded connection.
  17. Step 19
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    Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease.
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