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1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement

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    • Use the 1/2" socket to loosen and remove the four bolts and washers on the spark plug cover labeled 2.4L Twin Cam.

    • These four bolts should be torqued to 18 ft-lbs when putting the spark plug cover back on.

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    • With a flathead screwdriver remove the ignition coil electrical connector on the right side of spark plug cover.

    • Be careful while disconnecting the ignition coil electrical connector as it may break.

  3. 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 3, immagine 1 di 2 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 3, immagine 2 di 2
    • Remove the spark plug cover.

  4. 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 4, immagine 1 di 1
    • When working with compressed air, wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying debris.

    • Use compressed air to clear any debris from the area around the spark plugs.

    • Any particles that fall into the cylinder could cause serious engine damage.

    • Use a 5/8" spark plug socket with an extension to loosen and remove the spark plugs.

  5. 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 5, immagine 1 di 3 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 5, immagine 2 di 3 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 5, immagine 3 di 3
    • Before installing the new spark plugs check that the spark plugs' gap is between 0.048 and 0.052 inches.

    • If it needs to be widened, use a gap setter to increase the size of the gap until it reaches the desired width.

  6. 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement: passo 6, immagine 1 di 1
    • Wedge the new spark plugs into a 5/8'' spark plug socket.

    • Place the spark plug into the cylinder using the socket and hand tighten the spark plugs as much as possible.

    • Tighten the spark plugs to 13 ft-lbs with a torque wrench.

    • Do not over tighten spark plugs. This could strip out the threaded holes in the head.

Conclusione

To reassemble your device, follow Steps 1-3 in reverse order.

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