Bosch 96349 Spark Plug

Bosch EVO Spark Plug for Modern Turbo Engines

The Bosch EVO spark plug is built for modern gasoline engines that demand stable ignition under high cylinder pressure and heat. Bosch Part Number 96349 is engineered for reliable spark delivery over a long service life, including applications that see irregular combustion events in turbocharged direct-injection setups.

Compatible With 2022-2025 Volkswagen Jetta and 2022-2025 Volkswagen Taos, this Bosch EVO spark plug combines an iridium center electrode tip, platinum ground electrode tip, and fine-wire electrode design for consistent ignition performance. The 12 mm thread diameter, 26.5 mm reach, flat seat, and projected ceramic insulator support OE-style fitment and combustion chamber placement.

Key Features

• Bosch EVO line engineered for demanding modern engine conditions
• Iridium center electrode tip with fine-wire design for precise spark delivery
• Platinum ground electrode tip with J-gap configuration
• High dielectric strength rated above 45 kV for resistance to irregular combustion events
• Resistor spark plug design with 1000 ohm resistance
• OE-style construction developed and produced to Bosch quality standards
• Fits Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Taos applications listed for 2022-2025

Detailed Description

Bosch 96349 is part of the EVO spark plug line, created for engines that place greater electrical and thermal demands on secondary ignition components. The improved insulator design and high dielectric strength help the plug maintain stable ignition in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection engines, where combustion conditions can be more severe than in older engine designs. The copper core construction, projected insulator, and resistor design support dependable spark control and reduced electrical noise.

For Volkswagen owners searching for a Bosch EVO spark plug for 2022-2025 Volkswagen Jetta or 2022-2025 Volkswagen Taos, Part Number 96349 provides a direct fitment-focused option with OE-style engineering. This part cross-references no listed aftermarket numbers for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Misfires caused by worn or heat-stressed spark plugs
• Hard starting from weak ignition output
• Rough idle related to inconsistent spark delivery
• Combustion instability in turbocharged direct-injection engines
• Loss of ignition performance over extended service intervals

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 12 mm thread diameter, 26.5 mm reach, flat seat, and pre-gap specification before installation. Use the correct spark plug socket for the 16 mm hex and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and gap verification. Inspect coil boots and ignition components during replacement to help maintain consistent secondary ignition performance.

Quality Assurance

Bosch develops and produces the EVO line to the same quality standards used for original equipment spark plugs. Part Number 96349 is built for long service life and stable ignition performance in modern engine environments.