| One of the important components of the most | | | | this task. You may also need a swivel joint and an |
| modern engines are the Spark Plug. These | | | | extension. |
| components are subjected to a lot of stress and | | | | Step 6: |
| should be checked periodically and replaced when | | | | Replace the plug with a new one and turn by hand |
| needed. These components can be easily replaced | | | | until it is tightened. |
| with little care and some tools, the method is quick | | | | Step 7: |
| and straightforward but also a methodical procedure. | | | | For fitting in the new one, use the same tool that |
| Replacing them will definitely be a rewarding task an | | | | was used for taking out the old one. |
| individual can perform. It is a fairly simple and easy | | | | Step 8: |
| task and it takes only 40 minutes for a V8. Follow | | | | Connect the spark plug wire to the new plug and |
| the directions. | | | | make sure it is on. |
| Tools Needed | | | | Step 9: |
| - 3/16 or 5/8 deep socket | | | | All plugs have to be replaced by following the steps |
| - 3? and 6? drive extensions | | | | from 3 to 8. |
| - Swivel adapter for the driver allows for tight spaces | | | | Tips and Warnings |
| - Socket Driver | | | | - Diesel engines do not have spark plugs. |
| Directions | | | | - Consider installing high quality Control cable wires |
| Step 1: | | | | while you are under the hood. |
| Before starting the work, consult a repair or service | | | | - Examine the old spark plugs closely when you |
| manual for the particular model and make of your | | | | remove them. They are helpful in giving signs of how |
| vehicle. | | | | the vehicle is running. |
| Step 2: | | | | - Everything will be kept in order by doing one plug at |
| Before you begin, Make sure that the car engine is | | | | a time. A plug wire that is crossed means that the |
| turned off. | | | | vehicle will fire out of order or miss fire. |
| Step 3 | | | | - When you are at the auto parts store, a spark plug |
| Grip the plug wire boot without the wire for | | | | wire puller and a spark plug gaper is needed. Although |
| removing one spark-plug wire from one spark-plug. | | | | the gap is already set on new plugs but it would be |
| Using a Control cable wire puller will be better if | | | | better to check it. The wire puller helps in saving the |
| available. | | | | wires from getting pulled apart. |
| Step 4: | | | | - There will be usually the 4 spark plugs in 4-cylinder |
| The spark-plug should not have any oil or dirt around | | | | engines located on top of the engine clearly visible. |
| it. If needed, wipe clean the area around the spark | | | | For 6 or 8-cylinder engines, follow the spark plug |
| plug hole. Be sure not to brush away the oil and dirt | | | | wires for locating the plugs. |
| from the hole. | | | | |
| Step 5: | | | | You might be interested in learning how to set |
| For taking out the plug, only use proper tools. The | | | | gaps in spark plugs and also how to replace spark |
| plug has to be turned anti-clockwise to the left. A 5 | | | | plug. |
| 8 or 13/16 deep socket is the appropriate tool for | | | | |