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Brand bosch Electrode Gap [mm] 0.8 Tightening Torque [Nm] 28 Thread Size M 14 x 1.25 Thread Length [mm] 19 Spanner Size 16 Spark Position [mm] 6 Number of Poles 1 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Unique Reference ZA036772 Spanner Size 16 mm Outer Thread [mm] 14.0 Thread Length [mm] 19.0 Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Spark Position [mm] 5.0 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Unique Reference ZA036743 Spanner Size 16 mm Outer Thread [mm] 14.0 Thread Length [mm] 19.0 Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Spark Position [mm] 3.5 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand bosch Electrode Gap [mm] 0.7 Tightening Torque [Nm] 28 Thread Size M 14 x 1.25 Thread Length [mm] 19 Spanner Size 16 Spark Position [mm] 4 Number of Poles 1 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Unique Reference ZA036773 Outer Thread [mm] 12.0 Spanner Size 16 mm Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Thread Length [mm] 19.0 Spark Position [mm] 5.0 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand bosch Electrode Gap [mm] 0.7 Tightening Torque [Nm] 23 Thread Size M 12 x 1.25 Thread Length [mm] 19 Spanner Size 16 Port Type Napf Spark Position [mm] 4 Number of Poles 1 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand bosch Electrode Gap [mm] 0.7 Tightening Torque [Nm] 28 Thread Size M 14 x 1.25 Thread Length [mm] 26.5 Spanner Size 16 Port Type Napf Spark Position [mm] 4 Number of Poles 1 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Unique Reference ZA036456 Spanner Size 16 mm Outer Thread [mm] 14.0 Thread Length [mm] 19.0 Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Spark Position [mm] 7.0 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Unique Reference ZA049081 Spanner Size 16 mm Outer Thread [mm] 14.0 Thread Length [mm] 26.5 Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Spark Position [mm] 3.5 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Spanner Size 16 mm Outer Thread [mm] 12.0 Thread Length [mm] 28.0 Thread Pitch [mm] 1.25 Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Spark Position [mm] 2.5 Electrode Gap [mm] 0.8 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand intermotor Weight [kg] 0.034 Form Square Sensor Type Hall Sensor Number of Poles 3 Fitting Depth [mm] 16.3 Additional Info without cable Housing Colour Grey Connector Shape Oval Net weight [kg] 0.022 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Voltage (V) 12 Brand Hella Number of mounting bores 1 Resistance [Ohm] 900 Tolerance [%] 10 Cable Length [mm] 215 Sensor Type Inductive Sensor Additional Info with seal Number of Poles 3 Qualified personnel required! Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Brand ngk Electrode Gap [mm] 0.8 Outer Thread [mm] 12.0 Spanner Size 16 mm Spark Plug 5 with gasket seat Thread Length [mm] 20.5 Thread Pitch [mm] 1.25 Spark Position [mm] 4.0 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Voltage (V) 12 Brand Hella Mounting Type Plugged Number of Poles 4 Ignition Coil 70 Qualified personnel required! Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Understanding the Audi A1 Ignition System
The ignition system in your Audi A1 is a crucial component that ignites the fuel mixture within the engine, allowing your vehicle to start and run smoothly. It encompasses a range of parts such as spark plugs, ignition coils, distributors, and more. Maintaining a healthy ignition system ensures optimal performance and fuel efficiency for your Audi A1.
Key Ignition System Parts for the Audi A1
When it comes to maintaining the electrical lighting and ignition system of your Audi A1, there are several key components you should be aware of:
- Spark Plugs: These are responsible for igniting the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber of your engine.
- Ignition Coils: These transform the battery's low voltage to the thousands of volts needed to create an electric spark in the spark plugs.
- Distributor: In vehicles that have them, this component directs the high voltage from the ignition coil to the spark plugs in the correct firing order.
- Ignition Leads: Also known as spark plug wires, these conduct the high voltage from the distributor or ignition coil to the spark plugs.
Signs of a Faulty Ignition System
Recognising the signs of a faulty ignition system can prevent further damage to your vehicle. Symptoms can include engine misfires, reduced power, increased fuel consumption, and difficulty starting the engine. If you notice any of these issues with your Audi A1, it might be time to inspect and possibly replace parts of your ignition system.
Choosing the Right Ignition System Parts for Your Audi A1
When selecting replacement parts for your Audi A1's ignition system, it is essential to choose high-quality components that are compatible with your vehicle. Ensure that the parts meet or exceed OEM specifications to maintain the integrity and performance of your Audi A1.
Maintaining Your Audi A1's Ignition System
Regular maintenance of your Audi A1's ignition system is vital. This includes checking and replacing spark plugs and ignition leads at intervals recommended by the manufacturer, and ensuring that the ignition coils are functioning correctly. Keeping these components in good working order will help your Audi A1 start reliably and run efficiently.
For a comprehensive range of Audi A1 ignition system parts, visit our main A1 Audi car parts page. You'll find everything you need to maintain, repair, or upgrade your vehicle's ignition system.
Ignition System
When you purchase ignition system parts from the GSF online store, you can be confident that the part will be right for your car. All of the spark plugs, ignition cable kits, condensers, distributor kits, pinions and more available from the GSF Car Parts store have been manufactured by trusted parts brands. Meaning that you can be confident of a long-lasting and successful solution.
Find the right ignition system parts for your car by entering your registration number into the box provided or entering the make and model of the car. We will then point you in the direction of the ignition system parts that are compatible with your car.
We stock every kind of automotive ignition part you could need for your repairs, including ignition coils, rotor arms, spark plugs, and much more. Everything is sourced from the best auto brands out there, meaning you can trust that any replacements will be long-lasting and reliable.
What is the Ignition in a Car?
Starting the car seems like such a simple process that you might not give much thought to it when you turn the key.
The ignition system is actually a complex series of moving and electric parts working together simultaneously, including the car battery, ignition switch, ignition coil, contact points, condenser, distributor, spark plugs, and ignition cables.
All of these components work in tandem to produce a spark in the combustion chamber at exactly the right moment, igniting the mixture of petrol and air in the engine and getting the car started and moving.
Why is my Car Not Starting?
There can be a lot of conditions why your car won't start, from a simple flat battery to a faulty distributor cap.
We can help with this handy guide. It will give you all the pointers for troubleshooting starting problems so that we can get you moving again.
What does a Spark Plug do?
Spark plugs are only fitted in petrol engines. They fit into the spark plug socket of your vehicle where they kickstart your ignition. They do this by transmitting electrical energy that ignites the mixture of fuel and air in the combustion chamber. This makes the engine start.
There is one spark plug per cylinder. For example, a four-cylinder engine has four spark plugs with four spark plugs sockets.
How long do Spark Plugs Last?
Spark plugs are designed for long-term use and are pretty durable so only need to replace them between every 80,000 and 100,000 miles.
What are the Signs you need to Change your Spark Plugs?
You may need to change your spark plugs if your car has problems starting or is misfiring.
What does a Glow Plug do?
Glow plugs are like spark plugs but they only are used in diesel cars due to the different ways they work.
A glow plug operates by heating incoming fuel and air to deliver efficient fuel combustion in a diesel engine. The glow plugs light will indicate that they are warming up before you can start the engine. Fuel combustion will then start your engine using the glow plug. Like a spark plug, each cylinder has one glow plug.
What happens when Glow Plugs Fail?
Factors you might notice if your glow plugs fail:
- Experiencing starting problems
- A misfiring engine
- Low performance of the engine
- Poor acceleration
If you notice any of these symptoms with your diesel vehicle, you should start by changing your glow plugs to see if this gets your car back up and running. We also do many other ignition system parts including ignition cable kits, distributor caps, contact breaker points, and rotor arms. For a complete overhaul of your ignition system.
Shop Ignition System Parts at GSF Car Parts Online and In-Store
All our ignition system parts and accessories are from trusted brands in the motoring industry, so you can count on them to be reliable and of excellent quality. Plus, our low-price promise means you can always expect great value too.
We offer free UK delivery on all online orders over £25, plus 60-day returns*. So, buy ignition system parts from us with confidence today. Or if you’re close to one of our 180 store locations across the UK & Ireland, just drop by and our experienced staff will be able to direct you to the right part for your vehicle.