• | J 22794 Spark Plug Port Adapter |
• | J 38606 Valve Spring Compressor |
• | Twist each plug wire boot 1/2 turn. |
• | Pull only on the boot in order to remove the wire from the spark plug. |
Important: Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head with the engine at room temperature.
• | Use grease in order to hold the valve keys in place. |
• | Make sure the keys seat properly in the groove of the valve stem. |
• | Carefully release the valve spring pressure, making sure the valve keys stay in place. |
• | Remove the J 38606 . |
• | Tap the end of the valve stem with a plastic faced hammer to seat the keys, if necessary. |
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the spark plug to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
• | Push sideways on each boot in order to check for proper installation. |
• | Reinstall any loose boot. |