DIY: 1.8T Coilpack and Spark Plug Change.

[jm05pv]

Do at your own risk. I am not reliable for any damage.

How to change Spark plugs and Coilpacks on a 1,8T motor.

Difficulty: EASY

Tools needed-
-Phillips head screw driver.
-Flat head screw driver
-10mm Socket
-Sparkplug socket
-Ratchet
-Extension
-Allen key

Parts needed.
-OEM coilpacks.
-NGK BKR6E spark plugs

Step 1. Remove engine cover. (found circlued in red)
-Turn the 4 screws a 1/4 turn then lift up

Step 2. Unscrew 10mm nut. (found circlued in red)
- After that tuck the box out of the way to the right.

Step 3. Unscrew the 3 Hex bolts (found circlued in red)
- Pull away metal pice and place off to the side.

Now your engine should look like this
- I have my DV hose off. For install on Hyperboost DV.

Step 4.& 5 With Flat head screw dirver. Place the flathead on the tab on the connector to the coilpack. And push backwards. Dissconnect all four.

Step 6. Coil Pack Removal.
-With use of flat head pop out each coilpack. This can be done with hands also. My engine was a little hot so i used this.
Do this to all 4

Step 7. Spark plug removal.
-With use of the Ratchet, extension, and spark plug socket Take out each of the Spark plugs. There in there a little tight.

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After All the Spark plugs are out. Do all the steps backwards with the new products.

- Put New Spark Plugs in. Tighten them hard.
- Put New Coilpacks in and Push down on the hard.
- Clip in the coilpack plugs / Spark plug wires.
- Place metal piece on and insert the 3 screws.
- Place plastic box back on and secure with 10mm nut.
- Place engine coner on and 1/4 turn the 4 screws on.

And the car

Modified by jm05pv at 11:48 PM 12-5-2006

[jm05pv]

I was a lil bored and didnt see one in th eDIY section

[Mr. Chris]

Good Job

[BORA RSI]

sweet. where did you get the spark plugs from. Im debating if i should go with the oem ones or get the ngk ones that are a degree cooler. Thanks

[jay.scratch]

nice DIY

[jettaIIIspeed]

ur plugs look a lil oil fould

[RussellsGTI]

nice. normally when i mod my car i always say ill take pics and make a DIY but i get to into it and for get a part or 2...but good work.

[wtfmate3487]

you need to call your local snap-on dealer. I bet you can shave 2 or 3 minutes off your spark plug change with a nicer ratchet

[Tolageak]

DO NOT tighten spark plugs down hard folks
15-18 ft/lbs at the most

[jm05pv]

Quote, originally posted by wtfmate3487 »

you need to call your local snap-on dealer. I bet you can shave 2 or 3 minutes off your spark plug change with a nicer ratchet

Ehhh... Chraftsmen is good enough.

[2k3GTI18T]

Quote, originally posted by Tolageak »

DO NOT tighten spark plugs down hard folks 15-18 ft/lbs at the most

Yes definitely. Its called a torque wrench, if you want to wrench on your dub get one. I have seen too many people over tighten spark plugs on aluminum heads only to have problems later on when they want to take them out.

[20vGetta]

Do you have a DIY on the Coil pack wires, I belive thats called the Harness.

-Slammed18bora

[itsfreakinmarc]

Quote, originally posted by jm05pv »

Parts needed. -OEM coilpacks. -NGK BKR6E spark plugs

Aren't the OEM plugs NGK PFR6Q?

[FaelinGL]

Good DIY. I would recommend using an air gun or something to spray out the spark plug holes of debris before you install the new plugs.

Mike

[rs4-380]

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[PoweredByMexican]

Thanks for the instructions jm05pv!! I'm trying to get the rest of my 40k mile inspection done and I've never messed around with coil packs before. I didn't feel like breaking anything this weekend.

[bluefox280]

Quote, originally posted by itsfreakinmarc »

Aren't the OEM plugs NGK PFR6Q?

Correct.
The BKR6E's are the copper, and more cost effective replacement to the stock plug.
For chipped cars, a step colder with the BKR7E's are recommended:
- http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2495664

jm05pv, recommend two small things:
* dielectric grease on the plug top.
* insulate the ignition coil wiring harness; those things look like they are cracking:
- http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2619057

- Erik

[PoweredByMexican]

I just got a set of 4 NGK spark plugs PFR6Q part # for $9.99 a piece with free shipping on http://www.partsamerica.com. Same as Shuck's, Checker or Kragen Autoparts. So, if you need some replacement OEM spark plugs, check it out. ECSTuning wants $59.95 for 4 + shipping.

[CHRISWEARSNOPANTS]

Quote, originally posted by wtfmate3487 »

you need to call your local snap-on dealer. I bet you can shave 2 or 3 minutes off your spark plug change with a nicer ratchet

Your joking. I hope. Nice DIY just did this the other day.

[dubnoob]

good to know that you're not reliable for any damage, so that i can hold you liable

[CHRISWEARSNOPANTS]

Quote, originally posted by dubnoob »

good to know that you're not reliable for any damage, so that i can hold you liable

Damn thanks for showing me how anoying it is when poeple post stupid stuff

This DIY def comes in handy in our cars. What revision are we on now?

[dubnoob]

i said that because he didn't provide torque specs. the last thing that we want to happen is for someone who has never done this before, to go out, and crank down on the plug until it strips the head.... he didn't provide torque specs as he should have..... that's one of the MOST IMPORTANT parts of this DIY, the rest of it is easy to figure out anyways....

i prefer 20 ft. lbs., but anywhere from 15-22MAX is safe..

cockblocker > you


Modified by dubnoob at 11:40 PM 12-30-2006

[CHRISWEARSNOPANTS]

DOnt you need a plug gap tool(only if the plugs require being gapped) Dont forget that. Stcky?

[bluefox280]

Quote, originally posted by CHRISWEARSNOPANTS »

DOnt you need a plug gap tool(only if the plugs require being gapped)

You should ALWAYS check gap even if they are pre-set.
0.032" for stock (no chip / flash), and 0.028" on step colder plugs (for chipped / flashed ECU's).

Quote, originally posted by CHRISWEARSNOPANTS »

Stcky?

Quote, originally posted by rs4-380 »

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MK4 FAQ's thread.

- Erik

[turbo2205]

i know this may seem like a stupid question, but which order do the plugs need to be taken out? i've searched the forums and none of them actually tell. and also, do the AWP motors really need a special tool for the packs or no? '03 gti 1.8t, AWP.

[BlackRabbit0888]

You might want to blow out the debris before you take out the spark plugs. This keeps the crap from getting into the motor.

[CHRISWEARSNOPANTS]

Quote, originally posted by turbo2205 »

i know this may seem like a stupid question, but which order do the plugs need to be taken out? i've searched the forums and none of them actually tell. and also, do the AWP motors really need a special tool for the packs or no? '03 gti 1.8t, AWP.

I dont think it matters which order. As long as you connect them in the same order.

[turbo2205]

thanks, i appreciate the input. i didn't think it'd matter much cuz not even bentley specifies which order they should be replaced, but i always see ppl starting the the middle left one, so it rose suspicion for me. do you know if the AWP really needs that specific tool to get the packs out?

[treczech]

Where is the anti-seize and dilectric stuff? Never for get these two items or your next plug change could be very difficult.

[Pifiu]

Quote, originally posted by bluefox280 »

You should ALWAYS check gap even if they are pre-set. 0.032" for stock (no chip / flash), and 0.028" on step colder plugs (for chipped / flashed ECU's). - Erik

True. If anything I think thats just as important as tightening the spark plugs to the right specs. If they aren't gapped correctly they aren't going to work correctly.

Quote, originally posted by treczech »

Where is the anti-seize and dilectric stuff? Never for get these two items or your next plug change could be very difficult.

True, just a little dab! Not too much! Just enough to make sure they dont seize in there.

[upsolutegti18t]

woh damn.. that car is hot.. nice job

[jwcma]

Quote, originally posted by PoweredByMexican »

I just got a set of 4 NGK spark plugs PFR6Q part # for $9.99 a piece with free shipping on http://www.partsamerica.com.

Damn, thanks a bunch, what an awesome deal. I just ordered a set and I should be able to pick them up from my local Kragen store on the 25th. They were $19.99 each until they referenced their Partsamerica affiliation!!

[matzoballs17]

Are you supposed to keep the washer/spacer that comes with the plugs on?? and does anyone know how much coilpacks run$$$???

[cincyTT]

yes and about $35. make sure you have the right gap also.

[aarononymous]

1.8T is 30nm or 22ft/lbs, no anti-sieze needed or called for.