Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Do not pull on the ignition wire directly as the wire may separate from the connector inside the boot.

1. Disconnect ignition wires from spark plugs.
2. Loosen spark plugs one-quarter turn and remove dirt or foreign material from spark plug areas of cylinder heads with compressed air.

NOTE: Once spark plugs are removed, clean or replace as follows:

Matching Spark Plugs to Cylinders
AWSF-32E spark plugs have a platinum enhanced center electrode and are used in cylinders 5,6,7 and 8. AWSF-32EG spark plugs have a platinum enhanced ground (side) electrode and are used in cylinders 1,2,3 and 4.

Reusing Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is removed and re-installed, it must be re-installed in the same cylinder from which it was removed.

Installing New Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is replaced, use only spark plugs with part number AWSF-32EE (as listed on the Vehicle Engine Code Identification (VECI)label. This replacement spark plug has a double platinum enhancement on both the center and ground electrode and may be used in all eight cylinders.

3. Remove spark plugs.
4. Inspect condition of spark plugs, clean and adjust spark plug gap if necessary.
5. To install, reverse removal procedures. Tighten spark plugs to 9-20 Nm (7-14 lb ft).