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05-11-2009, 11:26 AM
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Procedure for replacing spark plugs
Since I had my 00' GP 3.1L V6 -125100+ km for 3 years its time to replace my spark plugs. I am not sure If i need to replace the wires but so far I purchased the sparks plugs already. What is the procedure for replacing spark plugs before I attempt this task?
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#2
05-11-2009, 06:25 PM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
The wires are probably due.
There really is no "procedure" per say... Blow/spray/brush the dirt away from the spark plugs, twist and pull on the boots to release them (not very easy), remove the spark plugs with a 5/8's spark plug socket. Some are going to tell you to rotate the engine forward, I prefer not to unless completly necessicary.
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#3
05-11-2009, 06:37 PM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
Just take your time and do not get frustrated. Also be careful with plug 6 it is near the O2 sensor, it is possible to break it. The area at plug 6 is tight. I had a hard time removing the plus wires. I broke 2 of the rear wires. I bought a set of wires just in case. I am glad I did. I also bought extra dielectric grease and put more on the spark plug once every 4 months to make it easy to pull off the wires.
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#4
05-11-2009, 07:06 PM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
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Demerit time.  For the 3100 V6: Firing order is: 1-2-3-4-5-6 coil pack left to right 5-2 3-6 4-1 rear bank left to right 1-3-5 front bank left to right 2-4-6
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#5
05-12-2009, 12:25 AM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
Save yourself some grief and put on new wires with the plugs. Might want to use some antiseize on the plug threads and a little dielectric grease on the end under the wire boots.
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97 Grand Prix GT 360,000 miles as of 02-01-09 391 000 miles as of 11-17-11 400,000 miles as of 3-15-13 01 Duramax/Allison 07 G6 convertible
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#6
05-12-2009, 08:55 AM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
+ 2 major checks on doing this job:
spark plug gap; check it before installing-- recommend double tipped platinum plugs for similar interval changes... .060" torque at only 11-15 lbs-ft since they're tapered plug seats
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05-30-2009, 10:58 AM
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Re: Procedure for replacing spark plugs
I took the car to a mechanic and he infomed me that I do not need to replace the ignition wires because they last for long period of time. Quick question, I check under the hood of my car and the name of the ignition wire is MSD Ignition. Do I still need to replace the ignition wires or keep them since I'm assume they were new when I purchase the car in 2007 and never change them...
Last edited by Firstymer; 05-30-2009 at 07:19 PM.
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