When to replace the Spark Plug on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 18 month / 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.6, VW Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) 1.4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change spark plug on VW POLO 5 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Spark Plug for Polo Saloon (602, 604, 612, 614) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 5. Tools you need:
High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
Spark plug socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 5. Tip:
  • The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 5. Recommended sequence of 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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    Remove the engine cover.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 5. AUTODOC recommends:
    Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
  4. Step 4
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    Undo the plastic locking tabs of the ignition coil connector. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 5
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    Detach the connector from the ignition coil.
  6. Step 6
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    Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: spark plugs – VW Polo 5. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
  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 #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
  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
    Replacing Spark Plug on VW Polo 5 Saloon 2019 1.6 TDI by yourself
    Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
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