SPARK PLUG SERVICE
1. Open the hood.
CAUTION
A hot exhaust system and engine can cause burns. Allow a hot engine to cool
or wear protective gloves when removing a spark plug for inspection.
2. Unplug the coil connectors
q
from the ignition coils.
CAUTION
Do NOT remove cooling system vent hose when replacing spark plugs. If doing
so is unavoidable, be sure to review the Coolant Hoses Inspection section.
3. Remove the ignition coil bolts
e
.
4. Remove the ignition coils
w
.
CAUTION
Wear eye and face protection when using pressurized air.
5. Before removing the spark plugs, use compressed air to remove any loose
dirt or debris from the spark plug wells.
NOTICE
The spark plugs must still be installed before using compressed air in this area.
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MAINTENANCE