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How to replace the glow plugs in the Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi?

Model: Ford Fiesta Fiesta 5, MK 5, MK V - Years 2002-2008
Part: Glow plugs

In this tutorial we can see how to replace the glow plugs in the Ford Fiesta 1.4 TDCi, a simple operation but one that requires good manual skills. First of all, make sure that the engine is cold enough, then open the hood and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery. Next, remove the plastic cover of the engine by unscrewing all the bolts, locate the glow plug to be replaced and unscrew the respective nut using a 7mm wrench. At this point, we can unscrew the glow plug itself with a long 8mm socket wrench, insert the replacement and tighten it gently.

Posted on 23 September 2024 by ScegliAuto

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