1.4 TSI engine (EA211) · Ignition system · Ignition system

Removing and installing ignition coils with output stage

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  • Puller - T10530-

Removing

Overview of fitting locations ⇒ 1.1 Overview of fitting locations - injection system.

Assembly overview - ignition system ⇒ 1.1 Assembly overview - ignition system.

Removing ignition coils “cyl. 2, 3, 4”:

All ignition coils (continued):

  • Disconnect electrical connector -2-.
  • Unscrew bolt -1-.
  • Push puller - T10530- as far as stop into hole in ignition coil -1-.
  • Tighten knurled nut -2- in -direction of arrow-.
  • Pull ignition coil on puller - T10530- in -direction of arrow- out of cylinder head cover.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. The following should be observed:

  • Apply a thin bead of silicone paste around sealing hose of ignition coil ⇒ Electronic parts catalogue (ETKA).
  • Slide spark plug connector -1- by hand onto ignition coil as far as stop.

The vent drilling -2- must be centred relative to connector housing -3- while doing so.

  • Insert all ignition coils loosely into spark plug hole.
  • Align ignition coils with connectors and simultaneously push all connectors onto ignition coils.
  • Press ignition coils evenly onto spark plugs by hand (do not use tools).

Torque settings