When to replace the Spark Plug on your SEAT IBIZA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Ibiza III Hatchback (6L) 1.4 16V, SEAT Ibiza III Hatchback (6L) 2.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for Ibiza III Hatchback (6L) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. List of the tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    On the right side, detach the PCV valve hose from the engine cover.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover assembled with the air filter housing.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  5. Step 5
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 6
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    Unscrew the oil filler neck.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the oil filler neck.
  8. Step 8
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    Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
  9. Step 9
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    Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fastener of the chassis (ground) terminal of the ignition coils. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  12. Step 12
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils.
  13. Step 13
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 15
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Spark Plug on Seat Ibiza 6L 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Apply a thin layer of special grease on the thread surface of new spark plugs. Use copper grease.
  17. Step 17
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  18. Step 18
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    Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
    Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Ibiza 6L1. AUTODOC experts 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.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Spark Plug on SEAT Ibiza III Hatchback (6L) 1.9 SDI 2005 by yourself
    Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
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