How to change spark plugs on Seat Leon 1M1 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4year / 60000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6,
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.4 16V,
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6 16 V,
SEAT Leon Hatchback (1M1) 1.6
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change spark plug on SEAT LEON 1M1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for Leon Hatchback (1M1) and other SEAT models
The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Leon 1M1. Use the following procedure:
Step 1
Open the bonnet.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the position of the spark plug wires.
Step 4
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 5
Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6
Take out the spark plugs.
Step 7
Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 8
Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Leon 1M1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Lower the spark plugs into the wells carefully, making sure not to damage the electrode gap.
Step 9
Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 26 nm torque.
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Leon 1M1. Tip:
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 10
Connect the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – Seat Leon 1M1. Follow the installation steps.
Step 11
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 12
Shut off the engine.
Step 13
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 14
Close the bonnet.
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