Hi all, I'm changing my spark plugs for the first time since I've owned the car, and I haven't found any great DIY's with pics. I got the engine cover off, disconnected the plug wires, and undid one of the plug housings, but I can't understand how to get the plug out of the housing it's in? Probably really stupid I'm sure

 

Spark plug socket and a 6-9" extension

 

Thanks man, I must say, you are consistently the most knowledgeable and helpful person on this board. Will a regular socket work, or is it necessary to purchase a spark plug socket?

Also, is the fuel filter hard to do?

 

You need a spark plug socket. It has a rubber insert in it to hold the plug.
the only fuel filter is a intank sock on the end of the pump

 

Ok, I've got a spark plug socket and the extension, but I still can't figure out how to get to the plug. Once I undo the bolts, I pull out the black housing with the spark plug in it- but how do I get to the spark plug? The rubber bottom opening that goes into the engine is too small, and the housing doesn't seem to turn at the top to pop off so I have access to the Spark plug? I really appreciate the help, I'm in the middle of this, and need to get it finished so I can drive....

 

In other words, how do I get the plug out of the coil?

 

After unplugging the coil, and removing the small bolt that holds the coil, you simply pull the coil straight up and out. That leaves teh opening for the sparkplug socket to get sown to the plug

 

 

Nice pics, Kris. Yea, this was really easy to do. I know absolutely nothing about cars and changed my plugs. After you pull the coil pack out like pictured, use the 5/8" spark plug socket to get it out. The rubber ring on it will grab the spark plug (once it is all the way unscrewed) and pull it out. Put the new one in the spark plug socket and lower down into the hole, reversing the process. Good luck.

 

I would like to change plugs on '03Type S and owner's manual states NGK PZFR6E-11. Stopped at Acura dealer and parts dept. wanted $17.50 per plug. Seems a bit high. Anyone know of reliable stores or internet sites to get same plugs for a better price?

 

Get it from amazon for 12.50 with free shipping, or go with NGK Iridium IX.

 

Awesome, I'm an idiot, I thought the plug was in the black part that pulls out of the coil- I've now got 5 changed out and the TL is running muuuuuch more smoothly. I seafoamed it a while ago, but just realized I hadn't changed the plugs- they were really disgusting. Thanks again for the help and pics!!!

 

NGK Iridium most parts stores locally- 6-7 bucks each

 

why only change 5?
and seafoam it it really makes a difference and sooo simple.

 

why only change 5 plugs?
the easiset way for the rear spark plugs is to take a old blanket or coveralls and just cover the engine and lay across the engine on stomach reach under the strut support, and on far right(when facing engine) i believe you reach over strut bar and you wont need a large ratchet, 1/4 will do fine. always use a 1/4 ratchet when first torqueing a bolt cause you can only do about 15ft/lbs
seafoam !!!!! it really makes a difference and sooo simple.

 

Front ones were easy, the back was hard to get at. Used 6" extension and had to squeeze the arm in there.

 

repeat for new users-
for the rears- combine a 3 and 6 inch extension if you dont have a real 9 inch tool

that gets right in there to the plugs and there is a bump into the firewall where you hand and ratchet fit perfect

 

And to add to that, take a old blanket lay it on the motor, and lay on it. You will have a easy time then

 

Especially if the motor is warm at all.

Even if it's cold it's more comfy laying on a blanket on the motor than the motor itself