Spark Plug: Service and Repair
SPARK PLUGRemover, Spark Plug Wire:
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
1. Remove the right front tire and wheel.
2. Remove the right front fenderwell splash shield.
3. CAUTION:
- Spark plug wires must be connected correctly. Mark the spark plug wires before removing them.
- It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling upwards, to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wires.
With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wires from the right side of the engine.
4. NOTE:
- Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
- If an original spark plug is reused, make sure it is installed in the same cylinder it was taken from. New spark plugs can be used in any cylinder.
Remove the RH spark plugs.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. CAUTION:
- Spark plug wires must be connected correctly. Mark the spark plug wires before removing them.
- It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling upwards, to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wires.
With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wires from the left side of the engine.
7. NOTE:
- Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
- If an original spark plug is reused, make sure it is installed in the same cylinder it was taken from. New spark plugs can be used in any cylinder.
Remove the LH spark plugs.
8. Inspect the spark plugs.
9. Use a suitable spark plug gap tool to check and adjust the spark plug gap.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire boots.