Correction on OEM#

The manual actually calls for BKR6EKUB. NGK website indicates BKR5EKUB?

 

hmm...i bougt my BKR6EKUB off of sparkplugs.com i think BKR5EKUB might be a typo

 

I just put Bosch Platinum +4s in mine at the 40k. I had put Beru 4-electrode plugs (forget the name) in my previous A4 1.8T. Both seem to work fine. I think as long as you buy a good plug, you get more bonus out of fresh ones than from any particular plug. May make more difference in turbo motors, esp. with the wick turned up a little more.

 

I normally stick with Bosch & NGK Plugs, but members on this forum have used plugs from Beru and other vendors with excellent results. Don't forget guys that vendors will occasionally update their part numbers..

Most manuals will reference NGK Part Number: BKR6EKUB as OEM, but these plugs have been replaced by Part Number: BKR5EKUP. The NGK plugs require .028 gapping!

Bosch Part Number: F7LTCR are also listed as OEM for our Passats and they have been replaced by FGR7DQE0. These plugs require no gapping! The Platinum +2 and Platinum +4's should also work well.. Plasticar, let us know how your plugs hold up over time!

Good luck...

Will aka The Swami

 

Spark Plugs

I was a little confused, the Bently manual indicated 6 plug and the websites indicated 5. I have had good luck with NGK on my bikes.This is the first change at 30K and wanted to make sure I get the right plug. Ordered in the Bosch 4. I do not go for gimicks in plug technology but the price is right at 5.99 ea I believe. Just getting the ride ready for spring.

V6
5-speed
Red GLX

Thanks for the comments.