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How to change spark plugs on VW Golf VI Variant (AJ5) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Replacement: spark plugs – VW GOLF VI Variant (AJ5). Tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Flat Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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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:
  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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    Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove 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.
  3. Step 5
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  4. Step 6
    Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the oil filler neck.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the oil filler neck.
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the oil filler neck.
  6. Step 9
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    Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
  7. Step 10
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    Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  8. Step 11
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    Pry up the ignition coil. Use a crowbar (2 pieces).
  9. Step 12
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    Take 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.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  11. Step 14
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 15
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  13. Step 16
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  14. Step 17
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  15. Step 18
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    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 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.
  16. Step 19
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    Treat the ignition coil tip. Use high-temperature grease.
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