When to replace the Spark Plug on your PEUGEOT 408
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 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 408 and other PEUGEOT models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – PEUGEOT 408. Tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Crow bar
Spark plug socket # 14
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Fender cover
Ignition coil removal tool
Telescoping magnet
Replacement: spark plugs – PEUGEOT 408. 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 – PEUGEOT 408. Recommended sequence of 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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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use an ignition coil remover.
  2. Step 4
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar. Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
    Replacement: spark plugs – PEUGEOT 408. Tip:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  3. Step 5
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug well.
  4. Step 6
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the 12-point spark plug socket #14.
  5. Step 7
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
  6. Step 8
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  7. Step 9
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
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