1.2 Spark plugs, help

[Bespoke]

hi guys i need to change the spark plugs on my 1.2 polo, engine code BME (3 cylinder) (Also found in mk4 ibizas - so thought i'd post here)

how the hell do i remove the coil packs if i dont have the VW tool T10094A - This is the tool elsawin says to use.

here a pic taken on my phone

What diy methods have people employed? Do they pull directly upwards??? Push fit style? Is there anything locking them in?

cheers, Scott

 

[st10587]

yes they pull stright up. if you dont have the correct tool you can use a screwdriver or small lever bar to pop them out

 

[kidinspace]

hi guys i need to change the spark plugs on my 1.2 polo, engine code BME (3 cylinder) (Also found in mk4 ibizas - so thought i'd post here)

how the hell do i remove the coil packs if i dont have the VW tool T10094A - This is the tool elsawin says to use.

here a pic taken on my phone

What diy methods have people employed? Do they pull directly upwards??? Push fit style? Is there anything locking them in?

cheers, Scott

See the torx screw on the left off the black thing? Undo that, pretty sure there is one at the other end, this is whats holding the coil packs down, then they pull out, they are in with a snug fit.

.G.

 

[st10587]

that torx screw just holds that plastic tray down which the wires run through

 

[kidinspace]

that torx screw just holds that plastic tray down which the wires run through

I took that out to get more levelage on the coil packs

.G.

 

[Bespoke]

cheers guys, they just feel like they are gonna snap lol!

argh! i am struggling

 

[st10587]

I took that out to get more levelage on the coil packs

.G.

fair enough i just used a large screwdriver when on died on the side of the road

cheers guys, they just feel like they are gonna snap lol!

argh! i am struggling

they tend to stick but they do come off!!

 

[Bespoke]

ok cheers, i'll have another go tomorrow

 

[Rory101]

I've watched AA men change them on our car a couple of time and they lever them out with a screwdriver. Does make me cringe a bit as they are *very* tight. I'd try to lever gently while pulling the coil straight up.

Remove the electrical plug first so you don't damage the wiring if the coil suddenly pops out.

 

[Bespoke]

i cant get the electrical plug off though, that stupid black plastic cover for the wiring is in the way

 

[RUM4MO]

If you are going to use a screwdriver, then try using two - one at each side to prevent snapping the coil assembly. I've heard that a hook made out of welding rod will get in under the coil close to the plug/socket - as close to the coil as possible. Once you have raised them up a bit then create a bit of "slack" in the cables by unclipping the cabling from the retaining clips.

 

[Bespoke]

ok thanks man, i'll see how the day develops tomorrow!!!

haha!

 

[Acksaw]

I'm shocked no one has linked this guide..

http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=141031

 

[Erentz]

Does anyone know the part number for NGK iridium plugs for a 1.2 Ibiza?

 

[RUM4MO]

Does anyone know the part number for NGK iridium plugs for a 1.2 Ibiza?

Have you tried the NGK website - it should have the answer to your NGK questions.

 

[Erentz]

I have tried the NGK part finder site but it only gives the standard plugs.

What are the best plugs, because some say Bosch super 4 and others say NGK iridium

 

[RUM4MO]

On the NGK site is there not an applications guide for "normal" plugs, if you use that then take that info across to any listing that exists for Iridium then you should get a compatable plug. Though, I'm not sure what you are expecting to gain by using the Iridium versions - apart from spending more money! Modern engines, in my experience do not seem to "eat/destroy" spark plugs like some older cars did, I've always just used as VAG fitted at factory - ie NGK but bought the plugs somewhere other than at a VAG dealer's parts place. You will be able to read the NGK referance number off the top of the threaded bit of steel - it will be the same as will be on any correct NGK plugs that you buy else where.

I've used Bosch super 4 plugs on a VX Cav GSI - that car was fitted with Bosch twin electrode plugs at the factory, but I don't think I could honestly say that they improved the car at all (I probably would have claimed they did at the time though!!).