when does the dealer replace the spark plugs on a 1.8t?

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06-04-2003, 10:47 AM

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when does the dealer replace the spark plugs on a 1.8t?

i need to figure out if i should change/regap my plugs because my car is pinging. thanks.

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06-04-2003, 10:51 AM

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long time, like 30-40k can't remember which service. Check your owners manual/

for service intervals and what is serviced.

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06-04-2003, 10:52 AM

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Just got the 40k service on my 2001.5... plugs were replaced

FYI, it makes a HUGE difference.

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06-04-2003, 10:57 AM

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what's the stock plug on a 2001.5 a4 1.8t? should i switch to a colder plug?

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06-04-2003, 11:01 AM

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Mine is coming soon (40k service) what else did they do? What should I psuh for?

I am getting braje chirp and I also think some of my pads might be on the way out.
Shane

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06-04-2003, 11:06 AM

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It's an NGK single electrode platinum

My suggestion is to pull it and install a copper plug, but just be ready to replace them every 10K miles.

See this thread and my post within that thread for copper plug part numbers.

I found the autolites at NAPA<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4/msgs/1541554.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/a4/msgs/1541554.phtml</a</li></ul>

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06-04-2003, 11:09 AM

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30K up to 2000, and 40K for the 2001 models.

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06-04-2003, 11:09 AM

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what he said and I'll add that I change mine at 20k (stock to stock).

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06-04-2003, 11:13 AM

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40k service...

It's fairly extensive from what I recall, but mostly just a big checkup. You should get new plugs, air and oil filters, oil change, new wipers, tranny fluid flush and fill. Shifting feels great after the F&F, BTW.

I have the brake chirp issue, too, but forgot to have them look at it. I did have them take care of all the little squeaks and rattles that were present, and they took care of all of them.

I've been very happy with my service dept, and they're really good about making sure I'm happy with the car and the work they do. Hopefully your service dept is the same.

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