Caravan V6-201 3.3L (1995)
Spark Plug: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Note routing of secondary ignition cables before removing. Failure to route cables properly may result in radio interference, ignition cross
fire, or ignition short to ground.
NOTE: Keep plugs in order removed. A plug, that looks different from the rest, could be a problem indicator.
REMOVAL
1. Spray compressed air around spark plug to prevent foreign material from entering combustion chamber.
2. Remove spark plug wire by grasping boot and turning 1/2 turn while pulling boot back in a steady motion.
3. Remove spark plug using socket with foam insert.
INSPECT FOR:
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Color of Deposits
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Excessive Deposits
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Electrode wear
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Cracked or Damaged Threads Or Insulator
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Worn or Bent Electrodes
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Damaged Gasket
INSTALLATION
1. Start plug in cylinder head by hand, to prevent cross threading.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten plugs, overtightening can distort plugs resulting in a changed gap.
2. Torque spark plugs to 20 ft-lbs (28 Nm).
3. Install secondary ignition cables on spark plugs, (be sure connectors are pushed onto plug completely).