Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 30000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Insignia Mk I (A) Saloon (G09) 1.6, VAUXHALL Insignia Mk I (A) Saloon (G09) 1.8 (69) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Spark plug

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. Tools you might need:

                      Electronic spray
                    
                      High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                    
                      Spark plug socket # 16
                    
                      Torx bit T40
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Telescoping magnet 
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. 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 – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. Tip:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
Step 4

Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
Step 5

Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar. Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Step 7

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 8

Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
Step 10

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 11

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 12

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 – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. 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.
Step 13

Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 14

Install the ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 15

Tighten the ignition coil fastening. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Treat the ignition coil connector with electronic spray. The spray will protect the electrical contacts from corrosion, oxidation, and will reduce the contact resistance.
Step 17

Plug in the ignition coil connector.
Step 18

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon. AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.
Step 19

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 20

Shut off the engine.

Step 21

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 22

Close the hood.

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