Need help with changing my spark plugs
07-16-2013, 09:58 PM
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Need help with changing my spark plugs Im changing my spark plugs for the first time on my 2000 Camaro SS. I have changed plugs on other cars before but could really use some help with this one. A instructional video or step-by-step pictures would be great. Also what type of plugs should i go with. Thanks in advance.
07-16-2013, 10:12 PM
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The plugs come out of the ignition coils no problem. Coming off the plug itself can be a bit of a nightmare. If you don't plan to reuse the plugs or the OEM heat shields, just grab them with pliers and rip them sumbitches off.
For the spark plug, you need a 5/8" socket for the 3/8" drive.
You'll need 1" and 3" extensions on a 3/8" drive. I'd also recommend some swivel socket extenders if you can get them. O'Reilly had a set of GMPP swivel head socket extenders for like $7.
You can get to 1-7 on the top. Easier to jack up the car and put it on jack stands to get to #8. At least it was for me. There's no room to manuever a socket back there with the firewall. Coming at it from underneath is the easiest.
Anti-sieze for the spark plugs and dielectric grease for the plug wires.
For the spark plug, you need a 5/8" socket for the 3/8" drive.
You'll need 1" and 3" extensions on a 3/8" drive. I'd also recommend some swivel socket extenders if you can get them. O'Reilly had a set of GMPP swivel head socket extenders for like $7.
You can get to 1-7 on the top. Easier to jack up the car and put it on jack stands to get to #8. At least it was for me. There's no room to manuever a socket back there with the firewall. Coming at it from underneath is the easiest.
Anti-sieze for the spark plugs and dielectric grease for the plug wires.
07-16-2013, 10:18 PM
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The plugs come out of the ignition coils no problem. Coming off the plug itself can be a bit of a nightmare. If you don't plan to reuse the plugs or the OEM heat shields, just grab them with pliers and rip them sumbitches off.
For the spark plug, you need a 5/8" socket for the 3/8" drive.
You'll need 1" and 3" extensions on a 3/8" drive. I'd also recommend some swivel socket extenders if you can get them. O'Reilly had a set of GMPP swivel head socket extenders for like $7.
You can get to 1-7 on the top. Easier to jack up the car and put it on jack stands to get to #8. At least it was for me. There's no room to manuever a socket back there with the firewall. Coming at it from underneath is the easiest.
Anti-sieze for the spark plugs and dielectric grease for the plug wires.
For the spark plug, you need a 5/8" socket for the 3/8" drive.
You'll need 1" and 3" extensions on a 3/8" drive. I'd also recommend some swivel socket extenders if you can get them. O'Reilly had a set of GMPP swivel head socket extenders for like $7.
You can get to 1-7 on the top. Easier to jack up the car and put it on jack stands to get to #8. At least it was for me. There's no room to manuever a socket back there with the firewall. Coming at it from underneath is the easiest.
Anti-sieze for the spark plugs and dielectric grease for the plug wires.
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take the coil rack off you will need to lift your car up in the air for the passenger side spark plug to put it back on unless you have really small hands and skinny arms. its a pain to do but a lot easier when you lift the car up. Also make sure you pull the wires off at the grip marks down towards the plugs because if you just pull them off by the wires then you could break the ends off inside the rubber casing. I did that and i need all new wires. noob mistake i know.
07-16-2013, 10:23 PM
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You can remove or move all the Air and EGR stuff pretty easily. Not necessary to remove, but gives you a little more space. If you have headers, you have more room as well.
I wouldn't take the coil packs off. I don't think that buys you much room.
I wouldn't take the coil packs off. I don't think that buys you much room.
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07-16-2013, 10:46 PM
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Start on the pass side rear and work your way out. It'll be frustrating but the hardest one will be outta the way first. When I did mine I did them all from the top and took the coils off the pass side so I can get to the back one. This was with manifolds, with headers it'll be easier. Make sure to put anti seize on the threads for future removal.
You'll more than likely look like your arms got into a fight with a big pissed off cat lol.
You'll more than likely look like your arms got into a fight with a big pissed off cat lol.
