How to carry out replacement: Spark Plug 1.6 HDi Citroen DS3 Hatchback
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How to change spark plugs on CITROËN DS3 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Spark Plug on your CITROËN DS3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 20000 km
Important!
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: spark plugs – CITROËN DS3. Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 8
Spark plug socket # 14
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
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Replacement: spark plugs – CITROËN DS3. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – CITROËN DS3. 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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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
  4. Step 6
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
    Replacement: spark plugs – CITROËN DS3. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #14.
  7. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  8. Step 10
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  9. Step 11
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
  10. Step 12
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    Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
    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.
Comments – 2
  • @user_4017262
    22.10.2025 21:33
    Member
    Thank you for all the work that has gone into this guide - it's brilliant. I've heard it's a good idea to replace the ignition coils at the same time as the spark plugs. Do you agree with this or is it unnecessary? Also do you know what the correct spark plug gap is and the best way to achieve this?
    • @Graziana Venturi
      23.10.2025 12:25
      @user_
      Moderator
      It is not required, but in some cases it may be recommended, especially on high mileage vehicles or if there are signs of coil failure.
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