Overview - Ignition System

2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn, Standard TransSECTION Overview - Ignition System
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Ignition System
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  1. Bolt
    • 8 Nm + 90° additional turn
    • Replace after removing.
    • The tightening specification influences how the knock sensor functions
  2. Knock Sensor 1 -G61-
  3. Spark Plug
    • 30 Nm
    • Remove and install using the Spark Plug Removal Tool:3122B 
  4. Ignition Coil with Power Output Stage
    • 10 Nm
    • Ignition Coil 1 with Power Output Stage -N70-
    • Ignition Coil 2 with Power Output Stage -N127-
    • Ignition Coil 3 with Power Output Stage -N291-
    • Ignition Coil 4 with Power Output Stage -N292-
    • Ignition coils with power output stage and spark plug connectors can be obtained individually for repairs
    • Removing and installing. Refer to IGNITION COILS WITH POWER OUTPUT STAGES, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
  5. Bolt
    • 9 Nm
  6. Camshaft Position Sensor 3 -G300-
  7. O-Ring
    • Replace if damaged
  8. O-Ring
    • Replace if damaged
  9. Camshaft Position Sensor -G40-
  10. Bolt
    • 9 Nm
  11. O-Ring
    • Replace if damaged
  12. Engine Speed Sensor -G28-
  13. Bolt
    • 9 Nm
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