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How to replace the glow plugs of the Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI.

Model: Skoda Octavia MK 2, 1Z - Years 2004-2012
Part: Glow plugs

The steps outlined in this guide will show us the procedure for disassembling and replacing the glow plugs of the engine of the Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI. First, we open the hood of the car and begin to remove the engine cover; then we remove the diesel injection rail and remove the glow plug caps, as shown in the video. At this point, we use a socket wrench with an extension to unscrew and remove the glow plugs, replacing them with new ones (with the same thread); then we reassemble everything.

Posted on 9 October 2024 by ScegliAuto

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