C-Spec
02-27-2006, 12:06 AM
Be sure to read though before starting, to make sure you have all the necessary tools to complete it.
notes
- when tightening the spark plug use a torque of 25 Nm or 18 ft-lb
now i just retighten the new plugs to about the same feel as the old ones, because i didnt have a torque wrench. i have had not had any problems
- a spark plug socket would be nice and easy, but not necessary
Step 1:
disconnect battery using a 10mm wrench or socket. -always a good idea to remove power while working on the engine. plus once you are done, reconnecting the battery will reset the ecu. w/ fresh plugs in.
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_01.jpg
Step 2:
remove engine plug cover. use a phillips head screwdriver or a 10mm socket
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_02.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_03.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_04.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_05.jpg
Step 3:
remove spark plug wires and unplug wire harness - use a 10mm socket to remove the 3 screws on the plug
note: the plug wires are set in good. meaning its gonna take some effort / pull to get the wires out. dont be afraid - yank on them
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_06.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_07.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_08.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_09.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_10.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_11.jpg
after plug wire removal you can see the spark plugs set deep in the engine block
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_12.jpg
Step 4:
you will need a deep set socket with extension to reach the spark plug in its location. i used size 13/16 deep well socket to reach and unscrew the plug.
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_13.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_14.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_15.jpg
you can use this weird looking thing in bototm picture, or some source of magnetic stick.Â* Or if you get an specific sparkplug socket than you don't need any of this because that socket will have an ruber thingy inside to grab the spark plug O0
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_16.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_17.jpg
Step 5:
replace your old spark plugs with new ones
i have read that its recommended to replace your spark plugs every 6 months if you run your car hard. i used the cheap, but effective NGK BPR7ES as easy replacement
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_19.jpg
Step 6:
put everything back together, reconnect battery and feel the difference. it amazes me the simple changes that you can do to this vehicle to see or feel it running
notes
- when tightening the spark plug use a torque of 25 Nm or 18 ft-lb
now i just retighten the new plugs to about the same feel as the old ones, because i didnt have a torque wrench. i have had not had any problems
- a spark plug socket would be nice and easy, but not necessary
Step 1:
disconnect battery using a 10mm wrench or socket. -always a good idea to remove power while working on the engine. plus once you are done, reconnecting the battery will reset the ecu. w/ fresh plugs in.
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_01.jpg
Step 2:
remove engine plug cover. use a phillips head screwdriver or a 10mm socket
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_02.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_03.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_04.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_05.jpg
Step 3:
remove spark plug wires and unplug wire harness - use a 10mm socket to remove the 3 screws on the plug
note: the plug wires are set in good. meaning its gonna take some effort / pull to get the wires out. dont be afraid - yank on them
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_06.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_07.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_08.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_09.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_10.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_11.jpg
after plug wire removal you can see the spark plugs set deep in the engine block
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_12.jpg
Step 4:
you will need a deep set socket with extension to reach the spark plug in its location. i used size 13/16 deep well socket to reach and unscrew the plug.
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_13.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_14.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_15.jpg
you can use this weird looking thing in bototm picture, or some source of magnetic stick.Â* Or if you get an specific sparkplug socket than you don't need any of this because that socket will have an ruber thingy inside to grab the spark plug O0
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_16.jpg
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_17.jpg
Step 5:
replace your old spark plugs with new ones
i have read that its recommended to replace your spark plugs every 6 months if you run your car hard. i used the cheap, but effective NGK BPR7ES as easy replacement
http://www.socalevo.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10991/Change%20Spark%20Plugs_19.jpg
Step 6:
put everything back together, reconnect battery and feel the difference. it amazes me the simple changes that you can do to this vehicle to see or feel it running