When to replace the Spark Plug on your FIAT TIPO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 2 year / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT TIPO (160) 1.4 i.e. (160.AP, 160.AD, 160.EA), FIAT TIPO (160) 1.1 (160.AA) 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 TIPO (160) and other FIAT models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – FIAT TIPO (160). 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 TIPO (160). 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 TIPO (160). 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 TIPO (160). 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 TIPO (160). 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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