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    Volkswagen Golf VII1.2 TSI · 77 kW
    • Engine code CJZA
    • Production 2012–2015
    • 6-speed manual
    • Drivetrain FWD
    • Configuration: VIN decoded
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    EXAMPLE DATA: not for workshop use

    Printed from Motrix. Every value, tool number and instruction is fictional. Volkswagen Golf VII · 1.2 TSI · 77 kW · engine CJZAExample

    1. Procedures

    Spark plugs: replace

    Applies to
    CJZA / CJZBApplies to CJZA
    Source
    Authority class A · OEM
    Revision
    Rev. 02 · 2017-11
    Est. time
    40 min
    Type
    Replacement
    Steps
    5

    Fictional procedure: every value, tool number and instruction is example data. Never use it on a real vehicle.

    Steps

    0 of 5 done

    Safety & preparation
    1. 1Step 1: Pull the ignition coils
    2. 2Step 2: Remove the spark plugs
    3. 3Step 3: Check the electrode gap (current)
    4. 4Step 4: Install the spark plugs
    5. 5Step 5: Refit the ignition coils

    Replacing the four spark plugs; the plug-top ignition coils are pulled and refitted.

    Safety notices 1

    CAUTION

    Replace spark plugs only with the engine cold: aluminium threads in a warm head can be damaged.

    Replacing the four spark plugs; the plug-top ignition coils are pulled and refitted.

    Fictional procedure: every value, tool number and instruction is example data. Never use it on a real vehicle.

    At a glance

    Example

    Tools 3

    Special tools

    • MX-T906Ignition coil puller

    Workshop equipment

    • Spark plug socket 14 mm, thin-wall
    • Torque wrench 5–60 Nm

    Parts 1

    • 2
      Z9E 820 732 WQuantity ×4
      Spark plug, position 2 in Ignition coils & spark plugs

    Torque references 1

    • Spark plug · 4×

    Fluids 0

    FluidsNone

    No fluids needed for this job.

    Source 1

    • Section 28.2

    Document revision Rev. 02 · 2017-11

    Related

    • 905Ignition coils & spark plugs
    • P0300Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected
    • P0301Cylinder 1 misfire detected

    Before you start 0 of 2 checked

    • Engine cold.
    • Engine cover removed.

    Procedure 5 steps

    1

    Step 1 of 5: Pull the ignition coils

    Done

    Disconnect the coil connectors and pull the coils 1 with tool MX-T906.

      Source: Example WSM · Engine · 28.2.1

      2

      Step 2 of 5: Remove the spark plugs

      Done

      Blow out the plug wells, then unscrew the plugs with the spark plug socket.

        Source: Example WSM · Engine · 28.2.2

        3

        Step 3 of 5 (current): Check the electrode gap

        Done

        NOTE

        Use 0.75 mm: the OEM value (class A, spark plug table). A community post quotes the same gap (class D, unverified); it is not the basis of this step.

        New plugs are pre-gapped to 0.75 mm. Check the gap with a feeler gauge; do not adjust it.

          Source: Example WSM · Engine · 28.2.3; Example WSM · Engine · 28.1, Tab. 28-1

          4

          Step 4 of 5: Install the spark plugs

          Done

          Screw in the new plugs by hand, then tighten to .

            Source: Example WSM · Engine · 28.2.4

            5

            Step 5 of 5: Refit the ignition coils

            Done

            Press the coils on until they seat and reconnect the connectors. Refit the engine cover.

              Source: Example WSM · Engine · 28.2.5

              End of procedure · Rev. 02 · 2017-11 · fictional example data

              Sources 3

              • Authority class A · OEMExample OEM Workshop Manual: Engine mechanical (fictional)MX-WSM-5G-EA211 · Rev. 03 · 2019-04 · example.motrix.invalidMarked verified
              • Authority class B · LicensedExample Licensed Technical Data (fictional)MX-TDS-2026.2 · Release 2026.2 · 2026-06 · example.motrix.invalidMarked verified
              • Authority class A · OEMExample OEM Parts Catalogue (fictional)MX-EPC-5G · Data release 20.11 · 2020-11 · example.motrix.invalidMarked verified

              Every source above is a fictional example record. Values in this procedure are example data.

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