When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW BORA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for BORA and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VW BORA. Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW BORA. 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 – VW BORA. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a flat screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
  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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    Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW BORA. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  5. Step 7
    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
    Step 8
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  7. 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.
  8. Step 11
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  9. 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 27 nm torque.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW BORA. AUTODOC recommends:
    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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