Spark Plug: Service and Repair
IGNITION COIL, SPARK PLUG WIRES AND SPARK PLUGRemover, Spark Plug Wire:
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plug.
Remove the parts in the order listed in the illustration and table. To remove individual components, only carry out the listed steps.
Item 3: Spark Plug Wire-to-Ignition Coil Removal Note
1. CAUTION: It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wire.
NOTE: Spark plug wires must be connected to the correct ignition coil terminal.
Squeeze the locking tabs and twist while pulling upward to disconnect the six spark plug wires.
Item 5: Spark Plug Wire-to-Spark Plug Removal Note
1. CAUTION:
- Spark plug wires must be connected correctly.
- It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wire.
With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
INSTALLATION
1. CAUTION: Make sure the spark plug boots are positioned so the spark plug wires do not contact the exhaust manifold.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 5: Spark Plug Wire-to-Spark Plug Installation Note
1. Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire boots and the spark plug.