When to replace the Spark Plug on your FIAT CINQUECENTO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 CINQUECENTO (170) and other FIAT models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT CINQUECENTO (170). List of the tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 16
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Flat Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT CINQUECENTO (170). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT CINQUECENTO (170). 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 filter housing fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing retaining spring.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  5. Step 7
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    Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Detach the throttle valve connectors. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT CINQUECENTO (170). AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 12
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  11. Step 13
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  12. Step 14
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  13. Step 15
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    Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 27 nm torque.
    Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT CINQUECENTO (170). Professionals recommend:
    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.
  14. Step 16
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    Treat the spark plug wire connectors. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
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