Spark Plug: Service and Repair

SPARK PLUGS

Exploded View







Removal
1. Detach the 2 wire harness retainers from the ignition coil stud bolts.
2. Disconnect the 4 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 4 stud 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 4 spark plugs.

Installation
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 4 spark plugs.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 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 4 ignition coils and stud bolts.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

5. Connect the 4 ignition coil electrical connectors.
6. Attach the 2 wire harness retainers to the ignition coil stud bolts.