Torque wrench

[Simon]

anyone have a torque wrench i can borrow? i wanna change my spark plugs, but i don't want to pay C1 an hours worth of labour.

[seanfournier]

how tight should they go in??? I have a Torque Wrench BTW

[Simon]

How-To: Spark Plugs

Step 2 applies only to AWD engine code.

1. Remove engine cover using large flat screwdriver twisting large plastic screws 90deg.
2. Loosen the coilpacks(located on top of the head) with allen key(hex nut).
3. Gently pry up with large screw driver making sure tabs are not holding coil pack in place.
4. Remove spark plugs with 5/8" deep socket set.
5. At this time you can remove and change or inspect your plugs.
6. Apply antiseize compound/oil to threads of sparkplug to avoid stripping aluminum head.
6. Properly gap and insert new sparkplugs with crush washers.
7. Tighten to 20-21ft/lbs.
8. Replace coil packs.
9. Replace engine cover and tighten by turning screws 90deg.



thats taken from vwvortex 1.8t FAQ. all the other threads ive read say the same (around 20-22 ft/lbs)

[RobTheGob]

I also have a nice torque wrench that you can borrow, if you need it. I have the anti-seize as well. Let me know.

[Simon]

I think I'm going to end up getting C1 to do it or something. I don't want to have to go to the trouble of measuring out washers to get the proper gap and blah blah blah. I'm lazy.

[RobTheGob]

I don't think that you change the gap with the washers. You gap the plug, then install it with a new crush washer. Some people adjust the position of the gap in the cylinder with various sized washers, but that's a different process...

I could be wrong, bu I've never come across an engine where you adjusted gap with washers. I think you are just reading step 6 wrong.

[Simon]

Oh ok, yes I am reading step 6 wrong then. Woops (i have never done it before).