spark plug install

[scrymilkman34]

hey guys first time changin the spark plugs on my 2000 and im just wondering if anyone can give detailed instructions on how to install them? i am upgrading to iridium lx sparkplug. thx all

[blazncypher]

if its the same as the 01 i30 its a pain in the ***, i would just have a mechanic do it.

[Mike G]

Two things I did first were to remove the pretty plastic on the top of the motor and then loosen the throttle cable holds on the back of the motor. From there., it was business as usual. This jobs books out at a little over 1 hour of labor but I didn't keep track. Of course I have been changing spark plugs for 30 years, so no job it too difficult....--Mike

[lightsout]

you've got some wiring and throttle cables to move out of the way first. take a look just past your intake manifold toward the firewall...you will need a socket extension to get down to the plugs and coilpacks.

whatever you do, don't "gap or regap your plugs" just purchase a new one if you damage one of the new ones.