Spark Plug: Service and Repair

SPARK PLUGS

Exploded View

Engine Ignition - RH:

Engine Ignition - LH:

Removal

RH side

1. NOTE: The upper intake manifold must be removed to access the RH spark plugs only.

Remove the upper intake manifold.

Both sides
2. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.

3. NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

Remove the bolts and the ignition coils.

4. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.

Remove the spark plugs.

Installation

Both sides
1. Inspect the spark plugs.






2. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.







3. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

Install the spark plugs.
- Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

4. NOTE: Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil boots before attaching to the spark plugs.

Install the ignition coils and bolts.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

5. Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors.

RH side
6. Install the upper intake manifold.