Cirrus V6-2.5L VIN H (1995)
Fig. 8 EGR Tube And Right Manifold Support Bolt
14. Always remove the ignition cable by grasping at the spark plug boot turning, the boot 1/2 turn and pulling straight back in a steady motion.
15. Prior to removing the spark plug spray compressed air around the spark plug hole and the area around the spark plug.
16. Remove the spark plug using a quality socket with a rubber or foam insert.
17. Inspect the spark plug condition.
Fig 2 Platinum Pads
SPARK PLUG INSTALLATION
CAUTIONS:
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Extreme care must be used to prevent spark plug cross threading, mis-gapping and ceramic insulator damage during plug removal and
installation.
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Never attempt to file the electrodes or use a wire brush for cleaning platinum plugs. This would damage the platinum pads which would
shorten spark plug life.
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Apply a very small amount of anti-seize compound to the threads when reinstalling the vehicles original spark plugs that have been determined
good. Do not apply anti-seize compound to new spark plugs.
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Anti-seize compound is electrically conductive and can cause engine misfires if not applied correctly. It is extremely important that the anti-
seize compound doesn't make contact with the spark plug electrodes or ceramic insulator.
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Never force a gap gauge between the platinum electrodes or adjust the gap on platinum spark plugs without following the correct procedures.
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Always tighten spark plugs to the specified torque Over tightening can cause distortion resulting in a change in the spark plug gap. Over
tightening can also damage the cylinder head. Tighten spark plugs to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
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Due to the engine packaging environment for these engines. extreme care should be used when installing the spark plugs to avoid cross
threading problems.
1. To avoid cross threading, start the spark plug into the cylinder head by hand.
2. Tighten spark plugs to 28 Nm (20 ft lb) torque.
3. Install ignition cables over spark plugs.
4. Install new gasket and position upper intake plenum. Tighten plenum bolts to 18 Nm (13 ft lb) torque.
5. Install bolts at plenum support brackets. Tighten bolts to 18 Nm (13 ft lb).
6. Install EGR tube to plenum. Tighten EGR tube to intake manifold plenum screws to 11 Nm (95 in lb).
7. Install throttle and speed control (if equipped) cables.
8. Attach electrical connectors to sensors.
