Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Changing spark plugs 96 Jetta?

Ok, so i'm kinda new to the DIY auto scene, and my 96 Jetta gls needs new spark plugs. A few questions... My car (bought used) didn't come with a manual, so I don't know which size to buy. Second, which brand (if it matters) would give the best performance/reliability. Finally, do I need to disconnect the battery before attempting the job?
Changing spark plugs 96 Jetta?
The manual states to disconnect the battery before you do any type of maintenance to the car. You will need a special tool to remove the wires from the plugs the car had a plastic one originally snapped to the hood prop rod.



http://www.kingsbornewires.com/product.s鈥?/a>

Bosch standard (single electrode) PN: W0133-1637524
Changing spark plugs 96 Jetta?
Go here for ALL your spark plug options.



http://www.sparkplugs.com/results_app.as鈥?/a>



Brand does not matter. The main thing nowadays is the material, since many manufacturers recommend 60 to 100 thousand mile change intervals. Big change from the every 12 thousand back in the day (70's).



Get the best you can afford. Seems iridium is what the manufacturers are OEM'ing in new cars, so you really can't go wrong on these as a choice.



And no, the battery does not need to be disconnected when you change the spark plugs.
if you go to the parts store they will know what size you will need...there are only two sizes anyway. DO NOT!!! get any kind of spark plug with the word platinum in the name. they are usually more expensive and while sometimes making other cars run better they make these run worse. i've owned six 93-99 generation Jettas/golfs so i would know!
when you go to buy your spark plugs at a auto parts store ask the store clerk for help he will answer all your question for you on what you will need hope this answer your question
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