2017 VW Jetta 1.4 tsi How to change Spark Plugs

[@HostileToaster93]

Thanks for the video! It really helped me out and saved me some money! For that last ignition coil under the piping, i found that it's much easier to reconnect the ignition coil before seating it back down on the spark plug.

[@reikreid8541]

At time 1:13, the screwdriver technique for unlatching the connectors is not good. The correct way is to push upward in the "square hole" with the tip of the screwdriver. The latch will then click open with only light force applied. The connectors are then easy to pull out. There is no need to "squeeze down" on the top of the plug when pulling it, as the video says. What the videographer is really doing at that point is to pull on the latching mechanism with his thumb. But the latch would already have been fully clicked open by using the correct screwdriver technique. I always have trouble guessing how latches are undone on car electrical connectors, so I hope this helps others as well.

[@MA_KHAN1]

I’m reading your comment after breaking my clip thingi 😂 😂😂😂

[@zephq]

@@MA_KHAN1same 😭😭

[@user-dx6jt4cd9w]

friend

[@arturo8142]

Great job, guys! Replaced the spark plugs on my Jetta a couple days ago. Your video was very helpful!

[@memoton]

Omfgg ty! I chnaged them, even the engine filter! And wow! It makes such a huge difference! I'm 70k and I started to feel lack of power like stalling and I was scared! But after so far its been like I drove it out the lot! Thank you so much!!!

[@nikomadrid8081]

Did you get an epc engine code?

[@memoton]

@@nikomadrid8081 no?!

[@arturor.4235]

lmaooo that's me rn step bro gunna go to the auto parts store to get my shit fixed me self 🤣 thnx for the feedback !

[@felixyu930]

I changed the spark plug on the 16 Jetta 1.4 that I had, there are things VW can just make it simple but instead VW made it complicated. I am happy I traded for a 2020 Camry.

[@robertswanson5269]

If you are not mechanically inclined just say that. I’m glad you overpaid for a Toyota

[@felixyu930]

@@robertswanson5269 yeah sure, I rather overpaid a Toyota than having the VW broke down few months after I traded, but I didn’t overpay anyway.

[@billiouxe]

Felix, if you think VW makes things overly complicated....stay away from BMW! The BMW engineers deliberately make things difficult!

[@SlipperyAssRat]

How is this complicated? Do you even know how to change your own oil? Or is that complicated too

[@eFXFTWx]

@@SlipperyAssRat look up how simple it is to remove the spark plugs on a Camry vs this

[@therosinman3753]

To remove the ground wire, what size are the nuts? 10mm?

[@Rexy-zv2ct]

Thanks for the video just had to do them today and this helped me out so much I appreciate you guys making this😂

[@maw81100]

What is the gap on the plugs. And thank u for the video.

[@traviswilson7332]

I did mine at about .028

[@Callmepollux]

(Deep breathe) “if you got fat fingers “ 😭 appreciate the video tho exactly wat I need to know 💯

[@alvaro93364]

i have this exact same car. Do you have any videos of how to change the manual clutch step by step?

[@TestDontguess]

No, sorry

[@reesetolbe7489]

Great video! One question, what are the torque specs for the spark plugs?

[@cardboardorigami]

Good question

[@cardboardorigami]

17 lb/ft I found on another video.

[@obedgonzalez9995]

22 Nm

[@ts89540]

What do you torque them down to? You did it, we're here to learn.

[@cardboardorigami]

17 lb/ft I found on another video

[@ts89540]

@@cardboardorigami Thanks. it seems like that's a common spec for spark plugs.

[@bryan_100x]

@@cardboardorigamiwhat does that mean how do I adjust the pounds of torque?

[@cardboardorigami]

@@bryan_100x you need to use a torque wrench to tighten things to a specific amount.

[@powersfoshow]

is it neccessary to gap these? I hear people say with newer cars you don't have to?

[@ptreth]

Typically, in aluminum cylinder heads, you put a dab of anti-seize compound on the spark plug's threads. Others have already asked, what brand and model number of plug, what spark gap, and what tightening torque?

[@joepi5]

NGK (a large spark plug manufacturer) advices against using anti seize on their plugs. Their article number is: PZKER7B8EGS and is also OEM used in some other configurations of this engine. Torque setting is 22Nm

[@Fastbeeezy]

@@joepi5 do you know why is that? Cuz their plugs have a coating on the threads already🤣

[@inspectorjavert5563]

You're not supposed to put anti-seize on spark plugs. You're not too bright, are you?

[@Fastbeeezy]

@@inspectorjavert5563 you are….lol race engine spark plugs have a coating to prevent seizing…so if you don’t have the coating you’re supposed to run non copper based anti seize….

[@Fastbeeezy]

Crazy how much people don’t read or know shit

[@danhambrick6331]

Did he use OEM spark plugs Jerry?

[@TestDontguess]

I can’t honestly remember now

[@MoneyMarcMes]

Using a Deep or Long Spark plug socket would make it easier for this type of job.

[@michaelbatts1642]

Where did you get the spark plugs

[@Freeziio]

More Jetta tutorial please

[@ViewsandLikes-xb4mk]

I was told that the dielectric grease only needs to go on the porcelain part of the spark plug. If you put it on the tip of the coil it may cause misfires.

[@danawhitehead1531]

Do you typically change the coil packs as well with the plugs

[@TestDontguess]

Depends on the vehicle and what they recommend

[@robertswanson5269]

Vw recommends (on stock tune) every 40k for spark plugs and every 80k for coil packs

[@JAMESlock1911]

Thanks this was done today to my VW Jetta

[@oaknutter321]

Thanks great video!

[@andrenevesdossantos]

what is the part number of your spark plug?

[@chrisr.986]

Why do some videos use a specialty Volkswagen tool for the removing spark plug coal plugs?

[@popollo22]

Because like my car, it is impossible to remove those coil packs with bare hands without feeling like they are going to break. The tool lets you get a better grip and pull straight up.

[@alexanderheling2057]

If the scan tool shows that the problem is cylinder number 1 is it okay to switch coil covers to see if the misfire is in a different cylinder? Or do the coil covers have to be specific to each cylinder?

[@TestDontguess]

Check to see if the part numbers on the coil are all the same

[@alexanderheling2057]

@@TestDontguess I'll have to check that out they were stock from the factory, I'm the only owner.

[@alexanderheling2057]

@@TestDontguess thanks for the reply, you channel is great. Which brand of coil covers does VW recommend and or you be recommend? I have a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta S 4 Cylinders 1.4L DI Turbo DOHC. Curious to know which website do you recommend ordering from? Because usually it's cheaper than AutoZone etc.

[@gregnixon1296]

Yes, you can switch the coil packs.

[@alexanderheling2057]

@@gregnixon1296 thnx for the reply.

[@devineleven514]

No gap mention???

[@Gotenks581]

I replaced all of them but I’m having a misfire on 1&3

[@450-v9w]

change the coilpack

[@dbaggins2667]

Thx, changing the spark plugs on a golf mk7 tsi looks to be the same.

[@medschoolgeek88]

how often do you change the spark plugs on your mk6 1.4

[@fredfletcher1370]

OM say 40,000 miles for my 2017 1.4L 5M................. The OEM plugs are double platinum - - - - - which should be good for a lot longer than 40k. (Don't know why VW does this.)

[@1804Mak]

@@fredfletcher1370 hmmm. RockAuto says the OEM plugs are single platinum. Someone's lying lol.

[@Regenicss]

I have not changed mine and are at 70k but intended to do it soon.

[@ivyandlila1926]

Excellent thanks

[@bestbuildpc]

it looks like my CZJA motor. I didn't see any torque specification.

[@Myrune1]

@HORUS about 16 lb-ft for us metric-challenged Americans.

[@mikec.2942]

I need that on my 2017 jetta

[@jackcollins2344]

Jerry, it was so much easier to change plugs on 60's and 70's cars but I know you will tell me you have no idea because you weren't born then. lol !!!!!

[@yvonmarsaoui8680]

Super merci