Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN ZX Break (N2) 1.8 i 16V, CITROËN ZX Break (N2) 1.6 i, CITROËN ZX Break (N2) 1.4 i, CITROËN ZX Break (N2) 1.8 i … View more

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Spark plug

Replacement: spark plugs – CITROËN ZX Break (N2). 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 – CITROËN ZX Break (N2). 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 – CITROËN ZX Break (N2). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Detach the PCV valve.
Step 4

Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the intake manifold.
Step 5

Remove the crankcase ventilation hoses.

Step 6

Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the air duct.
Step 7

Detach the throttle valve connectors.
Step 8

Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 9

Detach the connector from the intake manifold.
Step 10

Cover the PCV valve hole with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
Step 11

Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Pry up the ignition coil. Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Step 13

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 14

Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
Step 16

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.

Step 17

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 18

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 – CITROËN ZX Break (N2). 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.
Step 19

Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease.
Step 20

Install the ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 21

Tighten the ignition coil fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 nm torque.
Step 22

Attach the connector to the intake manifold.
Step 23

Attach the PCV valve.
Step 24

Connect the crankcase ventilation hose to the intake manifold.
Step 25

Attach the throttle valve connectors.

Step 26

Remove the microfibre cloth from the PCV valve hole.
Step 27

Install the crankcase ventilation hoses.

Step 28

Connect the crankcase ventilation hose to the air duct.

Step 29

Plug in the ignition coil connector.

Step 30

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 31

Shut off the engine.

Step 32

Remove the fender protection cover. Close the hood.

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