When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis 2.1, VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis 1.9, VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis 1.9, VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis 2.1 Syncro 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 TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis. 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 TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis. 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 TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis. Take the following 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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    Unscrew the air filter housing fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  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
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Use long nose pliers.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Platform/Chassis. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the position of the spark plug wires.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs.
  8. 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.
  9. Step 11
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
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