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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 FSI, VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1) 2.0 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change spark plug on VW GOLF 5 (1K1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for Golf V Hatchback (1K1) and other VW models

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Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. Tools you might need:

                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                    
                      Drive socket # 13 
                    
                      HEX bit No.H6.
                    
                      XZN socket bit # 8 
                    
                      Spark plug socket # 16
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Phillips screwdriver
                    
                      Microfibre towel
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. AUTODOC experts recommend:

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

Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. 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

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. Tip:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
Step 4

Unscrew the oil dipstick bracket. Use XZN #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Remove the oil dipstick.
Step 6

Unscrew the intake manifold fasteners. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7

Detach the retainers of the ignition cables.
Step 8

Disconnect the vacuum sensor.
Step 9

Detach the vacuum pipe.
Step 10

Unscrew the intake manifold fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 11

Remove the intake manifold.
Step 12

Cover the intake manifold passages with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting inside.
Step 13

Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells.

Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. AUTODOC recommends:
Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
Step 14

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 15

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

Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 17

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 18

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 19

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 – VW Golf 5. Tip from AUTODOC:
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 20

Clean the intake manifold fasteners. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 21

Treat the spark plug wire connectors. Use high-temperature grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 22

Install the spark plug wire connectors into the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. Follow the installation steps.
Step 23

Remove the microfibre towel from the intake manifold.
Step 24

Remove the intake manifold gasket. Use a flat screwdriver.

Step 25

Install the new intake manifold gasket.

Step 26

Install the intake manifold.
Step 27

Tighten the intake manifold fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 28

Tighten the intake manifold fasteners. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 29

Connect the vacuum sensor.
Step 30

Attach the vacuum pipe.
Step 31

Attach the retainers of the ignition cables.
Step 32

Insert the oil dipstick.
Step 33

Screw in the oil dipstick bracket. Use XZN #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 34

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: spark plugs – VW Golf 5. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Do not apply excessive force when installing the part. Otherwise you may damage the fasteners.
Step 35

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 36

Shut off the engine.

Step 37

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 38

Close the hood.

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