Changing I6 spark plugs - blow-by-blow
03-08-10 | 02:08 PM
#46
Just wanted to update this useful thread with some info:
Spark Plug specs:
Electrode gap 0.043 in (1.1 mm)
Torque value 13 ft.lb (18 Nm)
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Reverse procedure to install, using a new gasket and noting the following torque values:
Throttle body - 15 ft.lb (21 Nm)
Throttle body bracket - 15 ft.lb (21 Nm)
Spark Plug specs:
Electrode gap 0.043 in (1.1 mm)
Torque value 13 ft.lb (18 Nm)
....
Reverse procedure to install, using a new gasket and noting the following torque values:
Throttle body - 15 ft.lb (21 Nm)
Throttle body bracket - 15 ft.lb (21 Nm)
03-08-10 | 02:27 PM
#47
how do i know when im at 13 ft.lbs of torque if im doing it by hand? 
edit: and what if on the box it says its 0.4mm iridium? i got them off ebay for model make Lexus SC300..they are Denso Iridium Power.
edit: and what if on the box it says its 0.4mm iridium? i got them off ebay for model make Lexus SC300..they are Denso Iridium Power.
Last edited by ashtray; 03-08-10 at 02:30 PM.
03-08-10 | 02:42 PM
#48
That's just referring to the electrode spec:
http://www.globaldenso.com/en/produc.../features.html
03-08-10 | 02:45 PM
#49
sweet thanks. I guess ill just tighten it good tight and snug but not OVERKILL. Just goo and tight lol
Edit: Should this help with my weird idle issues? Im na-t and at times it idles hella low, and its throwing the codes for misfire in 1 and 2.
Edit: Should this help with my weird idle issues? Im na-t and at times it idles hella low, and its throwing the codes for misfire in 1 and 2.
03-08-10 | 02:59 PM
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