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How to change spark plugs on VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) – 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 New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 1.8 T, VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 2.0, VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 1.8 T, VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 2.0, VW New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for New Beetle Convertible (1Y7) and other VW models
Spark plug
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW NEW BEETLE Convertible (1Y7). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
- Please note: all work on the car – VW NEW BEETLE Convertible (1Y7) – should be done with the engine switched off.
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 3Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
- Step 4Clean the ignition coil bolts. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 5Unscrew the ignition coil bolts. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 6Remove the ignition coil.
- Step 7Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
- Step 8Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Take out the spark plugs.
- Step 10Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
- Step 11Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
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