Changing spark plugs
Sorry if this has already been covered but I searched a bit and nothing looked obvious.
So, I just bought a set of spark plugs and I was wondering if there is a recommended procedure for this car. I know from what I can see and what I've read that the passenger side is a real PITA to get to. I've changed plugs on other cars so I'm knowledgeable on the basics.
Any tricks or tips would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Current:
2016 Chevy SS - "Some Like it Hot" Red Metallic
Previous:
2009 G8 GT - Sport Red, Sport Package, Vararam CAI, Borla Exhaust
Getting to the passenger side firewall plug appeared to be problematic initially, but my plug socket had a 19mm nut shaped head IIRC making that plug easy once you get it started correctly by hand. I always change that plug first, originally used the plug socket with a 3/8 shallow socket, but now use a 19mm flex head ratchet wrench making it even easier to extract that plug.
I run copper plugs, change them about every 9k miles and do not remember having any other difficulties. Oh, a plug wire removal tool also comes in handy.
JAM
+1 on the flex head ratchet.
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Originally Posted by JAM
A flex head tool makes a lot of sense. I was thinking of using a swivel but was concerned that there wouldn't be enough clearance. So, to clarify, you're talking about something like the image I attached?
Current:
2016 Chevy SS - "Some Like it Hot" Red Metallic
Previous:
2009 G8 GT - Sport Red, Sport Package, Vararam CAI, Borla Exhaust
Precisely!
JAM
After using a wobble extension for the first t8me last year, I bought a set. They're awesome.
Plus, they make socket insterts that give you a bolt head to put a wrench on. Awesome.
Last edited by STL_G8GT; 06-17-2018 at 12:02 PM.
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RIP Charlie - GRRRR8Originally Posted by TonyKarter
Anyone who has ever worked on a car has been in your position, and sitting cross-legged on a concrete floor with a dim shop light is its own kind of hell... Chalk it up as one of the rites of passage.
RIP Chris Wells - Panzer Leader
The far back one on the pass side? I put a socket over the spark plug socket. Makes for a straight shot with the ratchet.
Rest in Peace Charlie!
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