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How to change spark plugs on VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) 1.4 … 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 VI Variant (AJ5) and other VW models
Spark plug
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High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Flat Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). AUTODOC recommends:
- The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Open the hood.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left.
- Step 4Remove the engine cover. The air filter housing is integrated into the engine cover.Replacement: spark plugs – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). Tip:Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
- Step 5Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
- Step 6Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the oil filler neck.Step 7Unscrew the oil filler neck.
- Step 8Remove the oil filler neck.
- Step 9Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
- Step 10Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 11Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar (2 pieces).
- Step 12Take out the ignition coil from the spark plug well.Replacement: spark plugs – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). AUTODOC experts recommend:Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
- Step 13Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
- Step 14Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 15Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
- Step 16Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
- Step 17Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
- Step 18Screw 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 VI Variant (AJ5). 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.
- Step 19Treat the ignition coil tip. Use high-temperature grease.
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