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Spark
Plug Changing Instructions
What I used was a spark plug ratchet, the type that hinges at the head, a 3" extension and a 1 1/2" one.
Of course I used a spark plug socket too. I found it necessary for the tight spot plugs to put the socket down
there, the 3" then the1.5" and put the ratchet on that. Kind of a pain but I couldn't think of any other
way to do it. Getting the whole thing out when you're done is fun too. I used a magnet and some needle nose pliers
to grab the parts. The ones on the passenger side don't leave much room. On the drivers side Take out the washer
fluid bottle first before doing any plugs. It makes it easier even for the front one. Disconnect the wire from
the pump and take off the 2 screws. It lifts right up but, undo the hose at the bottom and put your finger over
the hole first. You can lay the tank with the hole up and it shouldn't leak out.
Just a few things I do when doing plugs in general. Twist the wires boot right and left a few times to loosen
them. You gotta tug really hard on those suckers to get them off. Grab the boot and not the wire when doing this.
I check the gap on the plugs to verify they are OK. I put dieletric (SP?) grease on the end of the plug (the end
the wire goes on) as well as the ceramic. I also use some never seize on the threads. I've heard differing opinions
on this but I haven't had problems doing it. That's my version anyone have a better way let me know. One last thing,
always tighten the plug in there by hand first to be sure you haven't crossed the threads.
