1994 Isuzu Rodeo Question spark plug removal

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TROOPER (UX) AND RODEO (UC) 6VD1 SOHC
SPARK PLUG TUBE REPLACEMENT

(Supersedes SB96-01-L001, to include sublet allowance information)

APPLICABLE VEHICLES

Trooper (UX) and Rodeo (UC) models equipped with 6VD1 SOHC engine.

SERVICE INFORMATION

If a spark plug tube (cylinder head tube) must be replaced, use the following procedure:

DISASSEMBLY

1. Spark Plug Tube

Remove spark plug tube using Kent-Moore tool J-41730 and slide hammer J-2619-01 (Figure 1A and 1B). Leave spark plug contact.

CLEAN

Spark plug tube joining area. Carefully remove all varnish, soot, and old adhesive. Do not use motorized wire brush for cleaning.

REASSEMBLY

1. Spark Plug Tube

Apply LOCTITE 290, or equivalent, to outer edge of spark plug tube (Figure 1C).

Install new spark plug tube, using Kent-Moore tool J-41730 and plastic-faced hammer (Figure 2).

Measure spark plug tube height (Figure 3).

Spark Plug Tube Height: 64 mm +/- 0.5 mm
2.52 in +/- .02 in