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For future reference, at least on a 96 with the 3.8ltr, I found it much easier to get the middle and drivers side rear plugs from the bottom. There is a "tunnel" the exhaust runs through providing pretty good access. I removing the wiper tray but quickly saw it did me little good. No need to disassemble anything. Took about 45 minutes with nothing more than a ratchet, socket, and 3 inch extention. I got the passenger side rear plug from up top by rotating the alternator forward. I would think all 3rd generation vans would be simular. I used Autolite platinum plugs only because I couldn't find Champions. No problems after 92K miles.