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qprint · 04-30-2005, 08:14 AM

I cant seem to find the spark plugs on this car. I removed the plastic engine cover and dont see them. I dont have a Hayes /Chilton manual yet, but if some one can point me in the right location and/or show me a picture of it, I would greatly appreciate it.
I am stunned that I cant see them.
I have a 2004 Camy LE V6.

MaxHealy · 04-30-2005, 12:09 PM

They probably don't look like a traditional spark plug, not sure on the gen 5 but on the gen 3 they're under these little black squares, they're the coil packs. You'll only find 3 under the plastic cover, too, the other 3 are probably under your intake plenum. Enjoy.

qprint · 05-06-2005, 02:00 PM

what socket do I require to remove plugs ?

CrawlingEye · 05-06-2005, 02:11 PM

If you have the replacement spark plugs, just size up for those, the socket sizing should be the same. Remember to get a spark plug socket though otherwise you can damage the new spark plugs.

88 LE · 05-07-2005, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by qprint

what socket do I require to remove plugs ?

5/8" spark plug socket. Its a deep socket with a rubber insert.

Make sure you use a spark plug socket and not a regular socket.

qprint · 05-07-2005, 11:30 PM

Gap is at .043: Is there a +/- tolerance on this number ?

I've changed spark plugs many time's before on a 1994 intrepid and because these spark plugs I hear have a coil connected directly to them, I wanted to know the correct procedure to removing the plugs. I like to see the condition of my plugs and then reinsert them if ther're still good. I take it, I need antisieze compound on the threads before inserting the plugs back in the block.

CrawlingEye · 05-07-2005, 11:37 PM

A rule of thumb, you can alter spark plug gap by .008" without having issues with the angle of the electrode and ground occuring. You shouldn't do it unless you know what you're doing though. The rest of your ignition needs to be able to keep up with the gap.

qprint · 05-18-2005, 08:46 AM

Whats items need to be removed to get to the plugs on the rear ?

terrastrife · 05-18-2005, 10:17 AM

none, you can do it with arm reach and extentions.

qprint · 05-18-2005, 11:58 AM

Are you serious ? I cant even see the path my arm will be going into.

***2wickedtoyz*** · 05-18-2005, 12:02 PM

you'd have to take off the plenum but most of us just try really hard to avoid doing that cause it's alot of work

1996camry · 03-12-2007, 02:14 AM

My 1996 Toyota Camry Le 4 cyclinder manual spec. required .043 (in) or 1.1 mm... I can't find a spark tool check the spark plug gap when I am purchase from store... Research, I can't find any compnay that make for specific .043 in gap.. Can someone tell me the company that make specific .043 in ? As I like to recheck the gap before to install any gap to my car... Thanks..and I am looking forward to get respond from you.... when out and look local stores (auto zone or sears) doesn't seem to find the specific .043 gap at all...

Andy

88 LE · 03-12-2007, 02:29 AM

I haven't seen a spark plug gapping tool with .043 either. Closest I've seen to that is .044, which is a difference of .001.

You can use feeler gauges instead and use the pieces you need to get to .043, if your worried about .001.

marc780 · 03-13-2007, 11:11 AM

The plastic cover isnt in the way of the rear spark plugs, they are all the way behind the intake plenum (cast aluminum bundle of snakes thing). I've done mine and i did not remove the plenum to do it, and it can be done - but it helps if you have small hands, and plenty of patience. You will need swivel socket attachments, extensions of several sizes and tape to hold the sockets on to their extensions or they are likely to drop down in the engine and be tough to get out. Also i recommend rubber gloves. I'd allow plenty of time to do this, several hours if needed. Also dont be afraid to call it quits for a while and come back later to do the really tough ones, especially if you find yourself looking anything like this smily =

You will take out two spark plugs by threading your hand and tools in through this gap, remove whatever you can thats in the way. The last and final plug will be gotten through the other side of the plenum. (Photo courtesy of TN member Eye8Pussys)

alotawatts · 03-13-2007, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 88 LE

I haven't seen a spark plug gapping tool with .043 either. Closest I've seen to that is .044, which is a difference of .001.

You can use feeler gauges instead and use the pieces you need to get to .043, if your worried about .001.

Go to a music store and buy a .043 guitar string. Snip off an inch or two - instant gauge.