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Spark Plug #3 and #5 Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Remove the resonator.
2. Remove intake strut to cylinder head bolt at cylinder head.
3. Loosen bolt for intake strut at intake.
4. Swing strut away.
5. rasp the spark plug boot/shield assembly as close as possible to the spark plug. Twist the boot/ shield assembly slightly to break the seal with the plug and pull straight out. Do not use pliers, pull on the ignition cable, or pull the spark plug boot at an angle. This could damage the spark plug insulator, terminal, heat shield or the insulation. Wipe spark plug insulator clean with a dry cloth before installation.
6. Remove spark plug

INSTALLATION
1. Install spark plug and tighten to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
2. When installing the spark plug cables, make sure spark plug insulator and terminals are fully seated. A click sound should be heard or felt when the terminals are properly attached.
3. Install the cable into the retaining bracket. Make sure that they are also attached to the rear retaining clip mounted on the rear of the intake manifold.
4. Swing strut back into place.
5. Install intake strut bolt to cylinder head at cylinder head.
6. Tighten bolt to intake strut at intake.
7. Tighten bolt at cylinder head.
8. Install the resonator.