When to replace the Spark Plug on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 2.0, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.4 16V, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6 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

Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tools you need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 16
HEX bit no.H5.
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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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    Remove the engine cover clips. Use a flat screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
    Replacement: spark plugs – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tip:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  3. Step 5
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    Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use a flat screwdriver.
  4. Step 6
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 7
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    Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  6. Step 8
    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
    Step 9
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  8. Step 11
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  9. Step 12
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  10. Step 13
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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 – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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.
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