Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 1.8 i 16V (F68), VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 1.8 i 16V (F68), VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 2.0 i 16V (F68), VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 1.8 i 16V (F68), VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 1.6 i 16V (F68), VAUXHALL Vectra (B) CC (J96) 1.6 i (F68) … 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

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Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. Tools you need:

                        Electronic spray
                      
                        High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Spark plug socket # 16
                      
                        Torx bit T20
                      
                        Torx bit T30
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Microfibre towel
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. AUTODOC recommends:

The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. 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

Unscrew the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use Torx T20.
Step 4

Remove the air distribution housing assembly.
Step 5

Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 6

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 7

Remove the oil filler cap.

Step 8

Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
Step 9

Remove the engine cover.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 10

Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.
Step 11

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 12

Clean the ignition coil bolts.
Step 13

Detach the connector from the ignition coil. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 14

Unscrew the ignition coil bolts. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar.
Step 16

Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.
Step 17

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 18

Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 19

Take out the spark plugs.
Step 20

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 21

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
Step 22

Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 24 nm torque.

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. Professionals 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 23

Install the ignition coil to the spark plug well. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 24

Tighten the ignition coil bolts. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 nm torque.
Step 25

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 26

Plug in the ignition coil connector. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
Step 27

Remove the oil filler cap.

Step 28

Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.

Step 29

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Replacement: spark plugs – VAUXHALL VECTRA (B) Hatchback. To avoid damaging the part during installation, do not use excessive force.
Step 30

Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 31

Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.

Step 32

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 33

Tighten the oil filler cap.

Step 34

Reinstall the air distribution housing assembly.
Step 35

Screw in the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use Torx T20.

Step 36

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

Step 37

Shut off the engine.

Step 38

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 39

Close the hood.

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