When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 4 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 55 1.3, VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 75 1.6, VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 45 1.0, VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 55 1.4, VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) 60 1.4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change spark plug on VW POLO 6n1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 6N1. List of the tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Torque wrench
Spark plug socket # 21
Ratchet wrench
Long nose pliers
Phillips Screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 6N1. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 6N1. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the air filter housing fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  5. Step 5
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    Cover the throttle body with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 6
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Use long nose pliers.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 6N1. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the position of the spark plug wires.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  10. Step 10
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  11. Step 11
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
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