Spark Plug: Service and Repair

LH Side Shown, RH Side Similar:

REMOVAL and INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect ignition cables from spark plugs.
2. Loosen spark plugs 1/4 turn and remove any dirt or foreign material from spark plug areas of cylinder heads with compressed air.
3. Remove spark plugs.

NOTE: Three different styles of platinum-enhanced spark plugs are produced for the 3.8L engine. Each plug has a different part number and use. AWSF-44E spark plugs have a platinum-enhanced center electrode and are used in cylinders 4, 5 and 6. AWSF-44EG spark plugs have a platinum-enhanced ground (side) electrode and are used in cylinders 1, 2 and 3. If any spark plug is removed and re-installed, it must be installed in the same cylinder from which it was removed. If any spark plug is replaced, use only spark plugs with part number AWSF-44EE as listed on the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label. This replacement spark plug has double platinum enhancement on both the center and ground electrode and may be used in all six cylinders.

4. Inspect and, if necessary, replace spark plugs. Check and adjust spark plug gap.
5. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Install spark plugs by hand and tighten spark plugs to 9-20 Nm (80-177 lb in).