When to replace the Spark Plug on your VAUXHALL MERIVA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 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 Meriva Mk II (B) (S10) and other VAUXHALL models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL MERIVA Mk II (B). 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
Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL MERIVA Mk II (B). 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 MERIVA Mk II (B). Use the following procedure:
  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.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL MERIVA Mk II (B). Tip:
    Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
  2. Step 4
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the ignition coil bracket. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar. Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
  8. Step 10
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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 11
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  10. Step 12
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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 – VAUXHALL MERIVA Mk II (B). 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.
  11. Step 13
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    Treat the ignition coil tips. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
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