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Old 05-02-2007, 05:41 AM
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I'm going to change my spark plugs this weekend and I was wondering if there are any 'gotchas' i should be aware of. also, i noticed on the ecs website, there is a tool they sell for changing spark plugs. is this needed?
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Default No tools needed other than a phillips screw driver, 5/8 spark plug socket

6" extension(or 2), locking preferable and ratchet. And a torx bit socket/screwdriver.

As you try to unclip the coil packs, push it in as if you are putting the plug on when you release the clip, then pull it apart.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/s4b6/msgs/387218.phtml">follow here</a></li></ul>
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coil pack covers spark plug?? I know, serious noob question.Trying to see the difference.
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Cool, thanks!
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Default Yes, the spark plug cover has the energizing coil build into it.

It's the red and black things here...

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/71038/dsc01051.jpg">
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Default and since he admitted his noobism..a better look at the coil pac

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/32714/plugsnpac.jpg">
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Default Thank you both. Now, more noobdom... when everyone says they change "coilpack" is it the ...

the spark plug they are changing? *ducks*
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No, the coilpac sits on top of the plug and provides the power to fire the plug @ the right moment
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Ahh, got it now. Thanks!!
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