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spark plug gap

Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 17:25
by nutter
does anyone know what the gaps shpuld be on my plugs its a 1.9wc 86 petrol. thanks

Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 17:56
by gally
gap is pre set .should be no need to alter.
gally

Posted: 10 Mar 2008, 07:26
by Nicola&Tony
From Haynes manual:

Engine codes DF and DG:
Ignition coil with green sticker, gap = 1.0mm
Ignition coil with grey sticker, gap = 0.8mm

Engine code EY or GW, gap = 0.7mm

Tony

Posted: 10 Mar 2008, 07:37
by BigTam
gally wrote:gap is pre set .should be no need to alter.
gally

Surely even with brand new plugs the gap needs checking :?: certainly does when carrying out service, :wink:

Posted: 10 Mar 2008, 13:26
by gally
if ur plugs are 3 electrode type u cant set gap.
well not with standard feeler gauge
if any doubt just change plugs
and that came from vw mechanic
gally