Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Spark Plug: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.
2. Remove the RH side of the cowl vent screen, and cowl top extension.
3. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from the ignition coil. Remove the four ignition coil hold-down screws, and remove the ignition coil to
access the spark plugs on cylinders 1, 2 and 3.
4. Disconnect the electric Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) actuator electrical connector. Remove the mounting screws, and lay the IMRC
actuator aside to access the spark plugs on cylinders 4, 5 and 6.
5. Disconnect ignition wires from spark plugs as described.
6. Loosen spark plugs 1/4 turn. Using compressed air, remove any dirt or foreign material from spark plug areas of valve cover.
7. Remove spark plugs.
NOTE: Mark location of each spark plug for installation.
8. Inspect and, if necessary, replace spark plugs.
INSTALLATION
1. Follow removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Tighten spark plugs to 9-20 Nm (80-177 lb in).
