Spark Plug: Service and Repair

Spark Plug Wire Remover:

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

REMOVAL
1. Remove the right front tire and wheel.







2. Remove the right front fenderwell splash shield.







3. With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wires from the right side of the engine.

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 upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wire.







4. Remove the RH spark plugs.

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.

5. Lower the vehicle.







6. With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wires from the left side of the engine.

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 upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wire.







7. Remove the LH spark plugs.

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.

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.