Thank you so much I have a 4cylinder Atlas and this was the only video I could find online that was any help. I was able to complete the task on my own saving myself at least $250 from getting done through Vw Service. You’re the man Mr. B!!🎉
The key to easily removing the ignition coil boot is to do it when the engine is warm/hot. It's almost imposible to pull the boot out when the engine is cool/cold.
I can vouch for this. All the advice says to change the spark plugs on a cold engine but I could not get the ignition coils out. 3km around the block was all it took to get them out more easily. Just constant upward pressure and some wiggling. It helps to loop a cable tie under to help with pulling.
A little late but I had to mount the engine bay and push down as well as pull the plugs towards the windshield and they popped right off. No tool required.
Changed my daughters last week and 3 of the 4 coil electrical connectors were already broken 4:28 lol seems to be working fine. 140k on the motor so not really too concerned with fixing them unless that start acting up
I have a 2015 GLI (same Gen3 motor) - Spark plugs haven't been touched since I've owned the car and I've owned the car since it was 3 y/o w/ 9,000 miles. Engine now has 87,000 miles. Do you think there is anything I need to be concerned about when trying to remove the plugs? I have a ton of mechnical experience with older vehicles so coil over plug engines worry me a little: if the plug doesn't come out nicely I know its not easy to fit the head in-situ. Just gathering any tips/information before I dig in. Great video otherwise. Thanks for posting.
Not necessarily, I would just do the job with the engine cold. If they feel hard to get out, you can let them soak with some penetrating oil. Thanks for watching!
@@AutoScholarwithMrBthanks for the fast reply. I just ordered plugs and will attempt this myself. I’m a mechanically minded individual, just not a professional auto mechanic. I know there are plenty of unknowns so I proceed cautiously. Thanks again ✌️
Thanks for showing videos for the Jetta GLI.
Thank you so much I have a 4cylinder Atlas and this was the only video I could find online that was any help. I was able to complete the task on my own saving myself at least $250 from getting done through Vw Service. You’re the man Mr. B!!🎉
Glad to help and thanks for watching!
The key to easily removing the ignition coil boot is to do it when the engine is warm/hot. It's almost imposible to pull the boot out when the engine is cool/cold.
I can vouch for this. All the advice says to change the spark plugs on a cold engine but I could not get the ignition coils out. 3km around the block was all it took to get them out more easily. Just constant upward pressure and some wiggling. It helps to loop a cable tie under to help with pulling.
Lot of good information. Thanks. A little more info on how to remove that wire connector at the coil pack would have been even more helpful.
Nice Job!! I'm a big fan of never seize on plug treads too, however it's often frown upon to do so.
A little late but I had to mount the engine bay and push down as well as pull the plugs towards the windshield and they popped right off. No tool required.
Great advice, thanks for the video.
Changed my daughters last week and 3 of the 4 coil electrical connectors were already broken 4:28 lol seems to be working fine. 140k on the motor so not really too concerned with fixing them unless that start acting up
Good job
Thanks for your help. Does anyone know what the number of the cylinders?
I have misfires on the number 3.
Thanks.
They go left to right.
What is the pre gap size
Can someone tell me what size spark plug socket
5/8 socket size
Do you disconnect the battery?
I didn’t but you can if you’d like.
I have a 2015 GLI (same Gen3 motor) - Spark plugs haven't been touched since I've owned the car and I've owned the car since it was 3 y/o w/ 9,000 miles. Engine now has 87,000 miles. Do you think there is anything I need to be concerned about when trying to remove the plugs? I have a ton of mechnical experience with older vehicles so coil over plug engines worry me a little: if the plug doesn't come out nicely I know its not easy to fit the head in-situ. Just gathering any tips/information before I dig in. Great video otherwise. Thanks for posting.
Not necessarily, I would just do the job with the engine cold. If they feel hard to get out, you can let them soak with some penetrating oil. Thanks for watching!
@@AutoScholarwithMrBthanks for the fast reply. I just ordered plugs and will attempt this myself. I’m a mechanically minded individual, just not a professional auto mechanic. I know there are plenty of unknowns so I proceed cautiously. Thanks again ✌️
You never said what size socket, plz.
Fairly certain it is a 5/8” or 16mm
I have a 5/8 diehard , but it's too big. Do I need a smaller one? It's won't go all the way down
@@AutoScholarwithMrB thanks help out a lot!!!
@@Diiablopodcast thanks for watching my friend!
will old spark plugs change the sound of the car?
Sound in total? I don’t think. Sounds during idle and acceleration might be off timing wise
Noice