Change plugs on '98 V6

[CamXLE]

Hi all,

I'm hoping some one can tell me how to change the 2 spark plugs next to the firewall closest to the passenger. I think I can get to the one closest to the driver. I would like to avoid taking the throttle body off. I tried reaching the middle one with my hand while leaning from the driver side, but when I gripped the plug boot, my forearm would expand and get squeezed in all the brackets and hoses. Help! My next Camry will be a 4 banger!

thanks!

[CamXLE]

Well, it been a while since I posed, thats a good thing, I don't like working on my car or spending money on it. I spend more time on my wife's newer Saturn.

Anyway, I can't remember where I got the info for the plugs change but I found it. The recommendation was to use two shorter extensions to make the bend but I used a socket extension of the right length, took it slow so as to not cut my self or smash my knuckles and contorted my self to reach the reclusive plugs.

[fenixus]

grats you found the info.

yeah, there are many ways to approach V6's rear bank plugs, but my favorite is to take 2 6'' extensions (1 of locking type) and a union joint (to make the bend). it also helps to have a solid spark plug socket ... mine unfortunately popped off the rubber insert on the spark plug #5 LOL ... gave me a moment of terror, but it was an easy fix after all.

reminds me that I need to finally glue that rubber insert to spark plug socket metal walls ...

[duke_togo]

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