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What does changing your spark plugs do?

What does changing your spark plugs do?

Benefits of Changing Your Spark Plugs Improved fuel economy – Having a worn-out spark plug can reduce your fuel economy by as much as 30%. Less harmful emissions – Replacing your vehicle’s spark plugs will help your vehicle operate more efficiently as well as improve your emissions.

How do you remove a boot from a spark plug?

Squirt a liberal amount of spark plug boot grease into the boot then install the boot onto the spark plug. This dielectric grease prevents high voltage “flashovers” (voltage leaking out of the boot to ground) and makes future boot removal easier. Now that you’ve got the tools, let’s make sure you know the right parts.

Why do spark plugs get stuck on boots?

You need plenty of angles when you’re trying to remove spark plugs from tight spaces. Combine this flex-head ratchet with the swivel socket and you’ll be working like a pro, working faster and smarter. Spark plug boots tend to get stuck on the plug over time. Pulling directly on the wire can damage the connection, separating it from the boot.

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How do you change a spark plug in a car?

Apply a small amount of plug wire grease to the plug wire boot (or COP boot) and re-install each plug wire or ignition coil. Be sure and connect the plug wires to the appropriate spark plug for each engine cylinder (refer to a firing order diagram if necessary). Re-install the coil hold down bolt (s).

Do you need to replace coil boots when replacing spark plugs?

Be cautious when you’re installing your new spark plugs to avoid damaging them. When you replace your spark plugs, it’s also recommended that you replace your coil boots. Remember: if you have carbon tracking on one or more of your spark plugs, replacing your coil boots is necessary.

Can a spark plug be removed from a rubber boot?

After gaining access, you will likely find the rubber spark plug wire end and inside metal terminal somewhat difficult to remove from the spark plug. You must be careful to avoid damaging the rubber boot or tearing the wire terminal away from the plug wire end.

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Apply a small amount of plug wire grease to the plug wire boot (or COP boot) and re-install each plug wire or ignition coil. Be sure and connect the plug wires to the appropriate spark plug for each engine cylinder (refer to a firing order diagram if necessary). Re-install the coil hold down bolt (s).

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