When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW 411/412
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW 412 Variant 1.7, VW 412 Variant 1.8 E,LE, VW 412 Variant 1.8 E,LE 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 – VW 412 Variant. Tools you need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Spark plug socket # 21
Ratchet wrench
Pincers
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW 412 Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW 412 Variant – should be done with the engine switched off.
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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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Use pincers.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW 412 Variant. Tip:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  2. Step 4
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  5. Step 7
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  6. Step 8
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #21.
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