Another important factor to consider when choosing spark plugs for your MK7 GTI is the electrode material. The electrode material can vary between spark plugs and can have an impact on the performance of your engine. Copper, platinum, and iridium are common electrode materials used in spark plugs. Iridium spark plugs are often preferred for performance cars like the MK7 GTI due to their durability and ability to maintain a stable spark.

Even the slightest chip or dent can cause contaminants to infiltrate your oil seal. If there are any scratches on the shaft, a leak path may develop, allowing the lubricant to drip. To protect the shaft from damage, wrap it in a mesh rubber screen and store it vertically in its compartment. This way, it can be shielded from potential cracking.

The ignition spark plug is essentially a small device that is screwed into the cylinder head of the engine. It consists of a central electrode, an insulator, and a ground electrode. When the engine's piston compresses the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder, the spark plug creates a spark that ignites the mixture, causing combustion to occur.

What is an oil seal and how does it work?

Synthetic Rubber Oil Seals - Styrene Butadiene Rubber oil seals, or just SBR oil seals, offer strong resistance to abrasions and lesions, making them an ideal seal for fast-moving machinery. With the ability to withstand extreme temperatures with its heat-aging qualities, they can be used in outdoor components. They are also seen as more cost-effective oil seals than natural rubber.

Silicone compounds or “VMQ” offers a wide range of traditional operating temperatures starting at -60°C to 200°C (-140°F to 392°F).