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How to change spark plugs on VW Golf 3 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.4, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.6, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.8, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.8 Syncro (1HX1), VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0, VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0 Syncro (1HX1), VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0 GL … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.4, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.6, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.8, VW GOLF III (1H1) 1.8 Syncro (1HX1), VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0, VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0 Syncro (1HX1), VW GOLF III (1H1) 2.0 GL … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for GOLF III (1H1) and other VW models
Spark plug
Alternative products

High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 21
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Telescoping magnet
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 3. AUTODOC recommends:
- The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
- Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW Golf 3.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the hood.
- Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Unscrew the filter housing fastening bolts. Use a Phillips screwdriver.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 3. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
- Step 4Remove the air filter housing.
- Step 5Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells.Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 3. Tip:Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
- Step 6Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.Step 7Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
- Step 9Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
- Step 10Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #21.
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