Spark Plug removal instructions

ajc1884 · 01-31-2013, 09:19 AM

I was wondering if anyone has posted step by step instructions on how to removal the spark plugs in the 370z? Preferably with PICTURES so that someone like myself (typically doesnt work on vehicles) could do it.

I searched this forum and have come up empty....

SPOHN · 01-31-2013, 05:50 PM

No one has that I recall. But very easy IMO.

BASIC
1. Remove strut bar
2. Remove air intake
3. Unplug and remove throttle bodies. They do have a coolant line attached to them but won't leak much.
4. Unplug coilpacks, unbolted, and pull out.
5. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket, extension, and ratchet.
6. Then reverse for order to put back.

I'm about to do a write up with pics cause so many people have been asking lately.

MJB · 01-31-2013, 05:54 PM

You'll need a 14mm spark plug socket. Kind of an odd size, had to order mine online since I couldn't find one locally.

Telephone · 01-31-2013, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPOHN

No one has that I recall. But very easy IMO.

BASIC
1. Remove strut bar
2. Remove air intake
3. Unplug and remove throttle bodies. They do have a coolant line attached to them but won't leak much.
4. Unplug coilpacks, unbolted, and pull out.
5. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket, extension, and ratchet.
6. Then reverse for order to put back.

I'm about to do a write up with pics cause so many people have been asking lately.

Shouldn't the battery be disconnected first?

GaleForce · 01-31-2013, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Telephone

Shouldn't the battery be disconnected first?

He did preface with "basic instructions".

Also, I didn't use a special spark plug socket. I used a regular deep socket and some 6mm vacuum line. Worked like a charm.

SPOHN · 01-31-2013, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Telephone

Shouldn't the battery be disconnected first?

Yes. You should remove that with any thing you do.

Keyword ''BASIC''

6MT · 02-01-2013, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJB

You'll need a 14mm spark plug socket. Kind of an odd size, had to order mine online since I couldn't find one locally.

Huh? The most common spark plug size....not odd at all.

MJB · 02-01-2013, 07:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6MT

Huh? The most common spark plug size....not odd at all.

*ok, should have said it needs to be a thin walled type of socket.

Kabestro · 01-08-2014, 06:16 PM

Has anyone done it yet?

IDZRVIT · 01-09-2014, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPOHN

No one has that I recall. But very easy IMO.

BASIC
1. Remove strut bar
2. Remove air intake
3. Unplug and remove throttle bodies. They do have a coolant line attached to them but won't leak much.
4. Unplug coilpacks, unbolted, and pull out.
5. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket, extension, and ratchet.
6. Then reverse for order to put back.

I'm about to do a write up with pics cause so many people have been asking lately.

I found this amusing in comparison to changing the plugs in my 'vette.

1. Pull spark plug wire.
2. Remove plug.
3. Installation is just the reverse.

Technology comes with a cost in additional labour for some very simple tasks.

Joepro · 01-09-2014, 12:36 PM

I swapped mine, the throttle bodies need to be disconnected but not removed, it can be pushed out of the way without completly coming off, other than that its really simple...I also used the vacuum line to lower the new ones in, its a far drop through the head otherwise. Maybe you can find a diy for an HR 350z, should be almost identical.

IDZRVIT · 01-09-2014, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joepro

I swapped mine, the throttle bodies need to be disconnected but not removed, it can be pushed out of the way without completly coming off, other than that its really simple...I also used the vacuum line to lower the new ones in, its a far drop through the head otherwise. Maybe you can find a diy for an HR 350z, should be almost identical.

Good installation tip.

Kabestro · 02-17-2014, 09:03 PM

Any pics?

1slow370 · 02-17-2014, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6MT

Huh? The most common spark plug size....not odd at all.

5/8 or 13/16 are the most common followed by 18mm and 3/4 if you do small engines, at least thats the US, so whatever is in chinese cars nowadays is going to be the most common seeing as how they are or will be the number one producer of auto mobiles. the most common plug THREAD is M14 but the z has a 14mm hex

JC671 · 02-17-2014, 10:56 PM

There was an removal write up here somewhere that I book marked when I changed to the GTR plugs.

I had to remove my intake manifold to get better access to some of the plugs along with the disconnecting the throttle bodies. One of the more longer processes to change the plugs than other cars that I have owned. Yes a 14mm THIN walled Deep socket is needed. PITA to find for me.

01-31-2013, 09:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
ajc1884 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: central, pennsylvania Posts: 191 Drives: 2012 370z Touring Rep Power: 12	Spark Plug removal instructions I was wondering if anyone has posted step by step instructions on how to removal the spark plugs in the 370z? Preferably with PICTURES so that someone like myself (typically doesnt work on vehicles) could do it. I searched this forum and have come up empty....

01-31-2013, 05:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
SPOHN A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Covington, GA Age: 45 Posts: 14,844 Drives: Waiting on next Z Rep Power: 221	No one has that I recall. But very easy IMO. BASIC 1. Remove strut bar 2. Remove air intake 3. Unplug and remove throttle bodies. They do have a coolant line attached to them but won't leak much. 4. Unplug coilpacks, unbolted, and pull out. 5. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket, extension, and ratchet. 6. Then reverse for order to put back. I'm about to do a write up with pics cause so many people have been asking lately. fuct, gbrettin, dP3NGU1N and 12 others like this. __________________

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MJB A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Age: 40 Posts: 1,498 Drives: a POS truck Rep Power: 495	You'll need a 14mm spark plug socket. Kind of an odd size, had to order mine online since I couldn't find one locally. fuct, JC671 and ajc1884 like this. __________________ 09 Nismo #0483 sold. Viper or C7 next time around. Last edited by MJB; 01-31-2013 at 06:29 PM.

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Kabestro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 331 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z MR M6 Rep Power: 39	Has anyone done it yet? __________________ Stillen Gen 3 CAI / Fast Intentions HFC and CBE 12" Res. (#730) / Swift Springs / 20mm H&R Spacers / Clutch Helper Spring / UpRev Tune 322whp.

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Joepro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Athens ohio Posts: 1,213 Drives: Company car Rep Power: 33	I swapped mine, the throttle bodies need to be disconnected but not removed, it can be pushed out of the way without completly coming off, other than that its really simple...I also used the vacuum line to lower the new ones in, its a far drop through the head otherwise. Maybe you can find a diy for an HR 350z, should be almost identical. IDZRVIT likes this. __________________ Swift\|Koni\|SPC\| FI CBE\|Z1\|Stillen\|Sbend\|Zspeed\|R/T Tuned\|523 whp\|458 tq\|10.5 psi\|SOLD Joepro's Journal\|Joepro's Boosted Performance Build \|Pittsburgh-Western-Pa-Ohio-Wv-Group

02-17-2014, 09:03 PM	#13 (permalink)
Kabestro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 331 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z MR M6 Rep Power: 39	Any pics? __________________ Stillen Gen 3 CAI / Fast Intentions HFC and CBE 12" Res. (#730) / Swift Springs / 20mm H&R Spacers / Clutch Helper Spring / UpRev Tune 322whp.

02-17-2014, 10:56 PM	#15 (permalink)
JC671 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Guam Posts: 451 Drives: Toretto around Rep Power: 14	There was an removal write up here somewhere that I book marked when I changed to the GTR plugs. I had to remove my intake manifold to get better access to some of the plugs along with the disconnecting the throttle bodies. One of the more longer processes to change the plugs than other cars that I have owned. Yes a 14mm THIN walled Deep socket is needed. PITA to find for me. MJB likes this. __________________ A special "Thank You" to the Fast Intentions Crew! "Fueled By Passion"

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