1997 J30 Spark Plug Change

Post by **JibberD** » Sun Apr 23, 2006 5:05 am

OK, so asking where the spark plugs are located is probably not a good sign of competence, but...well, I'm going to change them. So it'd be helpful to know where they're located.

I'm guessing they're on top of the engine under the parts that are held in place by two gold hex bolts??

Just don't want to start tearing into something to find it's wrong...

Any hints and/or advice for doing this job?

Post by **driverdriver** » Sun Apr 23, 2006 4:03 pm

Use OEM Nissan sparkplugs, anything else is asking for trouble.

Post by **RussA89** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 10:32 am

Great question...As a new J owner, I'm looking for the same info, but didn't want to ask!

Post by **gr8scott72** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 5:42 pm

So what brand is the OEM plug?

Post by **NismoChi** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 6:04 pm

NGK Laser Platinum PFR5G-11 $18.99 a pop from Kargen,

Post by **RussA89** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 6:45 pm

Found them on http://www.ngk.com for $11.71/each, but I haven't purchased from this site before. Same part number, so I'm assuming they're the same plugs.

Post by **Big Tone** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 6:53 pm

I Just had my plugs changed last week and Infiniti of Orland (Illinois)charges $11.25 per plug. I didn't have the dealer do it, but that's where my mechanic got them from.

Post by **JibberD** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 7:08 pm

A little thread drift here, while the info. on the plug type is appreciated; the question remains: Where are they located?

Post by **Gerardjg** » Mon Apr 24, 2006 11:45 pm

JibberD wrote:A little thread drift here, while the info. on the plug type is appreciated; the question remains: Where are they located?

I emailed you a photo

Here are instructions http://www.ttzd.com/tech/sparkplugstech.html

AutoZone sells the NGK Laser Platinum PFR5G-11 for $9.98 each

Post by **driverdriver** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 2:59 am

RussA89 wrote:Great question...As a new J owner, I'm looking for the same info, but didn't want to ask!

Don't be afraid to ask questions. This is a forum, we are all here to help!

Check out the the J30 Faq thread at the top of this forum. Lots of good info up there for newbie owners.

Post by **JibberD** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 6:03 am

Great! Many thanks to you Gerardjg for the photo.

I'll give it a shot this weekend. Any advice beryond the type of plugs to use, i.e. special tools, techniques, sticking points...?

Post by **yodawill2000** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 6:30 am

That locking socket is a great Idea ..If it came off the extension down there it would be a bugger to get out .

Post by **RussA89** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 7:10 am

driverdriver wrote:
Don't be afraid to ask questions. This is a forum, we are all here to help!

Check out the the J30 Faq thread at the top of this forum. Lots of good info up there for newbie owners.

Thanks, I've read almost everything on this forum, and it's one of the best I've seen. You guys are very helpful and knowledgeable.

I'm sure I'll be pestering everyone with many more questions!

Post by **DominickJ30** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 7:50 am

The plats were 8 dollars each when I bought them at Infiniti of Lisle.

Post by **fourdrinie** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 8:25 am

you might want to add some spark plug grease (available in little packets at most auto parts stores) to the threads and the electrode tip...There are two kinds...one for the threads, which prevents corrosion and rust to set in on the threads, so the next time you replace them theyre easier to get out. The other is di-electric grease for the electrode parts which help the electrical connection in the spark plug boot, as well as help resist corrosion.

Post by **elwesso** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 9:33 am

fourdrinie wrote:you might want to add some spark plug grease (available in little packets at most auto parts stores) to the threads and the electrode tip...There are two kinds...one for the threads, which prevents corrosion and rust to set in on the threads, so the next time you replace them theyre easier to get out. The other is di-electric grease for the electrode parts which help the electrical connection in the spark plug boot, as well as help resist corrosion.

thats a very good idea, they can easily seize in the aluminum heads.

Post by **DominickJ30** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 12:52 pm

Im pretty sure the VG is an all cast iron motor. I could be wrong tho.

Post by **elwesso** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 1:02 pm

DominickJ30 wrote:Im pretty sure the VG is an all cast iron motor. I could be wrong tho.

OH i thought it was a iron block, aluminum heads.. maybe im wrong. Either way, its a good idea to do that anyway

Post by **fourdrinie** » Tue Apr 25, 2006 1:03 pm

either way, the anti-sieze on the threads will make it easier to remove them in the future, and the di-electric grease will make the boots remove easier and provide optimum contact within the boot.

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