tlmane03

Internet search didnt have many clear answers, so thought I would ask here!

Thanks



(I have a 99 tl )

3.2TLc

What all else have you checked up to this point ?

Start with the basic electrical components first. Do you have a known good battery ?
Check the wiring connections, grounds, relays and fuses.

Are you getting fuel ? Any CEL codes ? Was the ignition switch ever replaced ?

Skirmich

Depend on how many Plugs are not Firing.
If 1 the car will start but will run like shit..
If 2 depends on which Banks but I think it might not start or it will but very rough.

Have you check the most obvious thing? Ignition Key Signal in Dashboard?

3.2TLc

So, have ya pulled the plugs and inspected them yet ?
If in doubt, make sure that ya get NGK's. If they have been in there for an unknown or long time, it definitely would be worth the effort and money to replace them. Ya may get lucky !

tlmane03

thanks dude you on the ball on this site, appreciate that. Yes ngk all the way going with the ngk IX to be exact. Do you think $100 for parts and labor is a good deal that my mechanic quoted me??

3.2TLc

"NOT" a good deal.....no not really, unless you're unable !

Do ya have any basic mechanical hand tools ? If not, get a buddy and loan a 1/2 drive ratchet, deep spark plug socket, and some other things like an extension, u-joint and allen keys. Then with a bit of general aptitude working with tools, it'll take 15 minutes of your time to remove and install the new plugs.

Buy the NGK irridiums as they come pre-gapped, be careful of damaging the tip, apply a small amount of anti-seize on the plug's threads before installing. Check the "DIY" sticky for more info. After removing the old plugs, take a pic and we can help analyze them.

So,for the price of parts....ya can save yourself the mechanic's minimum hourly rate. ($50) in your pocket !!!! It's a straight forward easy enough DIY to attempt on your own.