How to carry out replacement: Spark Plug 1.6 TD VW T3 Van
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How to change spark plugs on VW Transporter T3 Van – replacement guide

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When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1, VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1 Syncro, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9 Syncro, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. List of the tools you'll need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 21
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Telescoping magnet
Fender cover
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Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VW TRANSPORTER III Box.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 filter housing fastening bolts. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. Tip:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
  4. Step 6
    Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use a telescoping magnet.
  6. Step 9
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    Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
  7. Step 10
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    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #21.
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