changing spark plug
04-24-2009, 09:29 PM
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changing spark plug
how do i change the spark plug? i have a misfire in cylinder #7 after changing the COP twice so im going to try a new spark plug. do i need any special tools? the spark plug is under the COP correct? should i also change the fuel injector also? what about the coil wire?
04-24-2009, 09:39 PM
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04-24-2009, 09:41 PM
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There is a good chance it is a spark plug. Especially if you have never changed them before. The plugs are under your coils.
Spark, Gas, Fire, Boom, Vroom.
You will need a spark plug socket, some extentsions, a rachet, and probably a swivel. Get some antiseeze too.
The #7 is especially tricky (atleast on my 98... Not sure the exact setup on the 99+).
But #7 and #8 seem to burn spark plugs before the others.
If it is not your spark plug, I would swap coils with another cylinder.
Spark, Gas, Fire, Boom, Vroom.
You will need a spark plug socket, some extentsions, a rachet, and probably a swivel. Get some antiseeze too.
The #7 is especially tricky (atleast on my 98... Not sure the exact setup on the 99+).
But #7 and #8 seem to burn spark plugs before the others.
If it is not your spark plug, I would swap coils with another cylinder.
Last edited by MikeInCape; 04-24-2009 at 09:45 PM.
But pretty basic tools. A staple of any toolbox.
04-24-2009, 11:24 PM
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well im a college student with only very basic tools lol... i got a spark plug from oreilleys so do i just take the only one out and put that one in? i heard something about "gapping" it...
04-25-2009, 12:12 AM
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Most plugs come pregapped these days, just ask your local auto store. Gapping is easy and the tool is cheap if you need to.
I would change all 8 if you can...
But I would buy 1 and start with that 1 to fix your current problem. If that fixes it, it'd buy and change the other 7. Car will run better and use less fuel with a tune up. How long has it been since it's had a tune up (milage wise)?
I would change all 8 if you can...
But I would buy 1 and start with that 1 to fix your current problem. If that fixes it, it'd buy and change the other 7. Car will run better and use less fuel with a tune up. How long has it been since it's had a tune up (milage wise)?
04-25-2009, 09:26 AM
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