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Spark Plug Cable Service: Removal

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  1. Remove the resonator
  2. Grasp the spark plug boot/heat shield as close as possible to the spark plug. Twist the boot slightly to break its seal with the plug and pull straight back. Do not use pliers, pull on the ignition cable, or pull the spark plug boot at an angle.  This could damage the spark plug insulator, terminal, or the cable insulation. Wipe spark plug insulator clean with a dry cloth before installation.
  3. Remove the cable from the retaining bracket. Make sure that they are also detached from the rear retaining clip mounted on the rear of the intake manifold.


  1. Remove the accessory drive belt, Refer toCooling
  2. Remove the four bolts from the upper half of the generator bracket.
  3. Push the Generator rearward.
  4. Grasp the spark plug boot/shield assembly as close as possible to the spark plug. Twist the boot slightly to break its seal with the plug and pull straight back. Do not use pliers, pull on the ignition cable, or pull the spark plug boot at an angle.  This could damage the spark plug insulator, terminal, or the cable insulation. Wipe spark plug insulator clean with a dry cloth before installation.
  5. Remove the cable from the retaining bracket.