2003 Kia Spectra Spark Plugs

Tiny
PATREASA
  • MEMBER
  • 2003 KIA SPECTRA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
How do you get to and replace the spark plugs? Is there a picture of the location of them?
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 AT 11:28 AM

1 Reply

Tiny
RASMATAZ
  • MECHANIC
  • 75,992 POSTS
CAUTION: Do not attempt any maintenance on spark plugs if engine is hot.

Removal
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Carefully remove high-tension leads.
Use compressed air to blow any dirt or debris from around spark plug hole.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_s_2.gif



Check that spark plug fits squarely in spark plug socket and remove spark plug.

Installation
Install spark plug into cylinder head. Tightening torque: 18 - 22 lb.ft (25 - 30 N.m, 2.5 - 3.0 kg.m)
Reconnect high-tension leads.
Reconnect negative battery cable.

https://www.2carpros.com/kpages/auto_repair_manuals_alldata.htm
SPONSORED LINKS
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 AT 9:44 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Spark Plug Replace/Remove Content

Spark Plug Gap
VIDEO
Spark Plug Gap
Instructional repair video
Spark Plug Replacement
GUIDE
Spark Plug Replacement
A spark plug is a vital part of the engine's ignition system and is responsible for starting the combustion process. As a part of an engine tune up, spark plugs should ...

Sponsored links