Thought about changing my plugs, as the book says I should at 30k already...went to find them and I don't even see any, let alone, no plug wires on my '01 Sequoia. Whats up w/ that? I am not a mechanic but, I have rebuilt my top end on my '67 chevelle...HELP...am I missing something?
It has sparks plugs, but it has no distributor or high voltage plug wires. Instead, it has a separate coil for each plug. Each coil is a gray plastic block right over the plug and has a multi-wire connector on it. Use a 10mm socket to remove the bolt that holds it to the valve cover, then pull it straight out. It has a long snout that goes down in a hole and seals over the plug.
The plug itself can then be removed with a 16mm socket. I just wrapped a few inches of black tape around the socket so about 3/6" laps over the end. Stretch it tight when you wrap it. The tape will then hold the plug in the socket when it's loose.
It has sparks plugs, but it has no distributor or high voltage plug wires. Instead, it has a separate coil for each plug. Each coil is a gray plastic block right over the plug and has a multi-wire connector on it. Use a 10mm socket to remove the bolt that holds it to the valve cover, then pull it straight out. It has a long snout that goes down in a hole and seals over the plug.
The plug itself can then be removed with a 16mm socket. I just wrapped a few inches of black tape around the socket so about 3/6" laps over the end. Stretch it tight when you wrap it. The tape will then hold the plug in the socket when it's loose.[/QUOTE]
Thats what I kinda thought those were but wanted to check first.
$1.59 Denso K20R-U (#3122) works as good as any for 30k. Higher priced plugs may last longer but don't work any better. Gap .031". Put a dab of antiseize on the threads. Torque to 13 ft-lbs.
Ken
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$1.59 Denso K20R-U (#3122) works as good as any for 30k. Higher priced plugs may last longer but don't work any better. Gap .031". Put a dab of antiseize on the threads. Torque to 13 ft-lbs.
Ken
i was wondering about this subject.
when i had my s/c installed the paper work said i should upgrade my plugs to
NGK V-Groove BKR7E-11 1283 GAP@ 0.8MM OR .031"
OR
Denso Iririum ik22 5310 GAP@ 0.8mm or 0.031"
i also saw that the iridiums sell a racing plug - so whats the deal , they said i should go with a plug with one heat range down from stock plug heat range.
any answers????
i was wondering about this subject.
when i had my s/c installed the paper work said i should upgrade my plugs to
NGK V-Groove BKR7E-11 1283 GAP@ 0.8MM OR .031"
OR
Denso Iririum ik22 5310 GAP@ 0.8mm or 0.031"
i also saw that the iridiums sell a racing plug - so whats the deal , they said i should go with a plug with one heat range down from stock plug heat range.
any answers????
The reason that you go down a range is because with the s/c the fuel load is going to run a little hot and iridiums burn more efficiently anyway (and they can burn lean air/fuel ratios with less voltage required). Depending on how you drive you might be able to bump back up if you examine the plug after a while and find it running a little cool. But it's better to be a little conservative and get a little more deposit buildup (or have the perfect heat range) than the other way around and get pre-ignition with a plug that can't remove the heat fast enough.
You might look to see if there is an Irididium IX from NGK that fit's your apps. That's the one I'd go with.
I wondered the same thing. I have changed plugs before but on older vehicles. I pulled a plug out yesterday and was not sure how to get it out of the plastic snout. I will try the tape idea and see if that works. I hate to admit that I have 75k on my truck and hadn't changed plugs yet. It still runs and hauls great.
Hey! Me again. Changed out the plugs yesterday with no issues. Thanks to whoever had the tape idea inside the socket to hold the plug in. Took it for a test run and almost got a speeding ticket!
It has sparks plugs, but it has no distributor or high voltage plug wires. Instead, it has a separate coil for each plug. Each coil is a gray plastic block right over the plug and has a multi-wire connector on it. Use a 10mm socket to remove the bolt that holds it to the valve cover, then pull it straight out. It has a long snout that goes down in a hole and seals over the plug.
The plug itself can then be removed with a 16mm socket. I just wrapped a few inches of black tape around the socket so about 3/6" laps over the end. Stretch it tight when you wrap it. The tape will then hold the plug in the socket when it's loose.
Anyone got a picture of this black tape trick? I'm having trouble visualizing how it should look and am getting ready to change plugs on the wife's 2001 Limited
Thought about changing my plugs, as the book says I should at 30k already...went to find them and I don't even see any, let alone, no plug wires on my '01 Sequoia. Whats up w/ that? I am not a mechanic but, I have rebuilt my top end on my '67 chevelle...HELP...am I missing something?
67 Chevelle huh, I was supposed to go see a restorable 67 Beaumont the other day, I avoided it cause I might buy it, got too many vehicles these days and a 66 or 67 Beaumont, Chevelle or Malibu is at the top of my wanted list.
I'd recommend the NGK iridiums, I put them in mine and noticed it ran smoother instantly - of course it did need new plugs tho . My dealer is also understanding of my need to do nearly all work myself (they did warranty stuff for me) and when I told the service manager I put those in he replied "good, that's what we recommend".
I'm not familiar with the electrical tape technique but my standard spark plug sockets have a piece of what is essentially rubber tubing in them that hold the spark plug in the socket while inserting it into the well. I will however tape my socket to my extension so that i can retreive it after I have torqued the plug appropriately. Thread your plugs in by hand folks or prepare to suffer the consequences.
I'd recommend the NGK iridiums, I put them in mine and noticed it ran smoother instantly - of course it did need new plugs tho . My dealer is also understanding of my need to do nearly all work myself (they did warranty stuff for me) and when I told the service manager I put those in he replied "good, that's what we recommend".
+1 for NGK Iridiums, just put them in my '04 a week ago and it's purring.
Spark plugs? What spark plugs!?
Thought about changing my plugs, as the book says I should at 30k already...went to find them and I don't even see any, let alone, no plug wires on my '01 Sequoia. Whats up w/ that? I am not a mechanic but, I have rebuilt my top end on my '67 chevelle...HELP...am I missing something?
]You have one of them thar "new modern engines".
. My dealer is also understanding of my need to do nearly all work myself (they did warranty stuff for me) and when I told the service manager I put those in he replied "good, that's what we recommend".
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