After watching guys "drop engines" and take intake manifolds off - I'm happy to see that you say this can be done by just reaching around the right side! Great camera work to show what the back looks like. THANKS!
I changed my plugs and wires today on my 2007 Grand Caravan 3.8L engine. Do it when your engine is cold as you do have to do a lot of reaching around to get at cylinders 1, 3 and 5. I bought a small tube of dielectric grease because the grease package that comes with the new wires is very small. If your new wires are not numbered, like mine, and you are only changing the wires one at a time, the longest is for #2 cylinder (23.9"), next longest is #1 cylinder (on the back, 23.7"), then #3 on the back (20.7"), then #4 on the front (20.6"), then #6 on the front (16.7"), and finally #5 on the back is shortest (14.8"). I fastened a mirror onto a stick so I could see with a flashlight back where 1, 3 and 5 are, and you just feel a lot with your hand back there. Used a little silver anti-seize on the spark plug threads. A vacuum cleaner was handy to suck out small rust particles that were produced at the mouth of the plug opening when I removed the old spark plugs, although I could only do this effectively at 2, 4 an 6. Pretty hard to get the vacuum nozzle back to 1, 3 and 5.
adapt a piece of smaller dimension garden hose to existing vacuum hose or the like what ever you got that's flexible just stick a rag into gap where joining hoses and duck tape it up and you will have more suction its a good idea you had who knows what could have fallen in there thanks
I replaced spark plug and wires without removing wiper cowling and it wasn't that difficult over all. the only thing because you can't see on back so I put new plugs immediately after removing old one at a time because you have to go with sense only. Thank you for video !
Doing mine tomorrow because I'm changing the intake manifold gasket (common Caravan source of coolant leak) and O2 sensor (failed) anyway. I'll take the wiper cowl off for more room. The best part of owning a Caravan is making sure your tools don't get lonely like they did when I drove a Toyota.
A few thoughts: 1) When you begin loosening the plug, for every 1/4 turn loose, tighten 1/8 turn until the plug rotates freely, perhaps the first 2-3 full turns out. This keeps you from breaking or galling several of the threads in the aluminum head. 2) Use some anti-seize on the new plugs.
That is a very good procedure. When removing or replacing a threaded device always go back and forth to reduce sticking and galling. Do the same when cutting threads. A turn forward, and then go back to break off chips, and reduce galling and thread spalls.
I have one of these Dodge minivans. The wiper cowling is designed to be removable so as to allow easy access to the back of the engine. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes to remove it. Replacing the rear plugs is much easier with the cowl removed.
Joe Vignolo I'm buying one for work instead of the rwd v8 models that would probably use too much gas. hopefully it gets 20mpg, that would be enough for me
Just did a tune up on a 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager minivan with a 3.3 litre V6 engine. Did all the wires and the spark plugs, used a stubby ratchet for loosening the one in the back of the engine and a palm ratchet to get it out. I used anti seize on the spark plugs and the dielectric grease on the wires.
Good video ,thank you, the only thing is , i would be worried have the spark plugs hole empty for a while, what happens if by accident something small falls in the hols , maybe it is just me, i like to change them one at the time and i know it is done safe.
Decent video,direct & to the point.Rather vague though if a person didn't already know atleast a little about what they were doing.I hadn't changed plugs on a van of this year & body style,so I was curious to find out how bad the back 3 plugs would be to access.Also to each their own,but I was taught,& I preach this to my kids when teaching them basic auto mechanics.You never use power tools on spark plugs.Especially on the ones you can't see.It doesn't take very much sideways pressure to break that porcelain. Dude seems to know what he's doin though, I was shocked to see someone else using the old plug wire boot trick.
thanks helpful I also painted a house for a blind guy who lost his sight in a welding accident and this guy rebuilt v w motors also did some cool art projects he was very impressive oh he did have an assistant to help him drive and his mother was a big support she actually changed the law she took it right to the supreme court regarding disability in the work place she was also impressive
I know I’m late and I’m young but I just replaced the spark plugs on my sister’s 05 dodge caravan and I recommend taking the plastic piece where the windshield components are. It’s easier than you think
GOOD TO VACUUM OR BLOW COMPRESSED AIR ON PLUG BFOR REMOVING TO GET DIRT OFF AROUND PLUG ON COLD ENGINE & USE SEA FOAM IN GAS PRYOR INCASE ANY DIRT GETS IN CYLINDER COULD BURN A VALVE, HAD IT HAPPEN YRS AGO.. GOOD LUCK THKS FOR HELP..
Ha ha ha your too much !! You had a customer who was blind that could change his own spark plugs !!! LoL I doubt it he had a drivers license and blind !! , thanks for sharing ...
Great video ! I would just add that all rust ,dust and sand from around spark hole should be removed prior pulling spark plugs out,otherwise,contamination of cylinders is guaranteed !
I'm a little thick so feeling around the back is a challenge, blind or not lol (hate being volunteered to do this stuff just because I did it on my own ride, ugh!)
I had a oil change next day my cAr started running than died . Guy said it could be fuel pump or line. Had another guy saying I’m getting fuel when start the car it seem like it want to start unsure when I got a tuneup
Do you not talk about spark gaps? I see the spark gap tool is not in your list of tools. My spark plugs came in today for the 2005 Chrysler Town and country but it's clearly way to small of a gap even tho the website said they were pre gapped
U were definitely a big help but my arm is way too big round wide. I can't get my arm back there I had a tune up done yesterday by an Indian Muslim guy number 4 wasn't even plugged in the boot was just hanging there sparking out doing nothing $150.00 for nothing
If you don't like fiberglass in your skin, you might wear gloves and long sleeves while replacing the back ones. The insulation on the wiper cowling and firewall is fiberglass.
This motor (3.3 liter) has way more space to get in back than does the big 3.8 liter . Mine is a 2001 and I can only reach two plugs , not the one on passenger side. Very little room to twist a wrench back there......hmm
Broncopotamus Very broad question, does it shake all the time? Have you ever replaced them plugs? spark plug wires? Best to take it to a shop to be checked out.
Ya want to know something they won't show u how to change the back ones bc it's pain in the ass they will never want to show how the hard things are done bc people will learn very quick an no one will go to a machanic that's the truth !! Why some people won't show how to change time belt or crank lower sensor bc it chost a bout 450$ in shops the truth is it's 25$ sensor rest of it goes in there pockets I'm not looking for fans or likes any one got car issue Whit Honda Dodge caravan s hit me up may b I can guide ya step by step
After watching guys "drop engines" and take intake manifolds off - I'm happy to see that you say this can be done by just reaching around the right side! Great camera work to show what the back looks like. THANKS!
I changed my plugs and wires today on my 2007 Grand Caravan 3.8L engine. Do it when your engine is cold as you do have to do a lot of reaching around to get at cylinders 1, 3 and 5. I bought a small tube of dielectric grease because the grease package that comes with the new wires is very small. If your new wires are not numbered, like mine, and you are only changing the wires one at a time, the longest is for #2 cylinder (23.9"), next longest is #1 cylinder (on the back, 23.7"), then #3 on the back (20.7"), then #4 on the front (20.6"), then #6 on the front (16.7"), and finally #5 on the back is shortest (14.8"). I fastened a mirror onto a stick so I could see with a flashlight back where 1, 3 and 5 are, and you just feel a lot with your hand back there. Used a little silver anti-seize on the spark plug threads. A vacuum cleaner was handy to suck out small rust particles that were produced at the mouth of the plug opening when I removed the old spark plugs, although I could only do this effectively at 2, 4 an 6. Pretty hard to get the vacuum nozzle back to 1, 3 and 5.
toadie8 good idea.
Thanks!
adapt a piece of smaller dimension garden hose to existing vacuum hose or the like what ever you got that's flexible just stick a rag into gap where joining hoses and duck tape it up and you will have more suction its a good idea you had who knows what could have fallen in there thanks
life saver! thank you. im in a 2005
My whole reason for watching this was to see how to access the rear spark plugs! Geez...
dido ,, what about the back ones
Mark Speir exactly
Did any of you watch the video all the way through?
How?
You can take the windshield wiper assembly off. It takes a little more time, but it makes doing the rear plugs a little bit easier.
Thanks for showing doing the back which is the hardest part.
I replaced spark plug and wires without removing wiper cowling and it wasn't that difficult over all. the only thing because you can't see on back so I put new plugs immediately after removing old one at a time because you have to go with sense only.
Thank you for video !
Great use of camera, getting right in there. Thanks.
“I had a customer who was blind had changed his own spark plugs” lol thanks for the motivation
Thank u for that shot of the back brotha, I was hoping u would but didn’t think it was enough space
Doing mine tomorrow because I'm changing the intake manifold gasket (common Caravan source of coolant leak) and O2 sensor (failed) anyway. I'll take the wiper cowl off for more room. The best part of owning a Caravan is making sure your tools don't get lonely like they did when I drove a Toyota.
A few thoughts: 1) When you begin loosening the plug, for every 1/4 turn loose, tighten 1/8 turn until the plug rotates freely, perhaps the first 2-3 full turns out. This keeps you from breaking or galling several of the threads in the aluminum head. 2) Use some anti-seize on the new plugs.
That is a very good procedure. When removing or replacing a threaded device always go back and forth to reduce sticking and galling. Do the same when cutting threads. A turn forward, and then go back to break off chips, and reduce galling and thread spalls.
Need a help for the wire to the coil is not working what can I do
I love the comment at the end! It should shed some light on us with the gift of sight to “see” how easy it is!
Thanks for taking the time to make the video! It was quite helpful as I learned while doing! You Rock!
I have one of these Dodge minivans. The wiper cowling is designed to be removable so as to allow easy access to the back of the engine. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes to remove it. Replacing the rear plugs is much easier with the cowl removed.
Joe Vignolo he sure gets that camera back there .what year is your mini van?
2003
Joe Vignolo I'm buying one for work instead of the rwd v8 models that would probably use too much gas. hopefully it gets 20mpg, that would be enough for me
Get a 2.4@@TheBikemaster94
Just did a tune up on a 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager minivan with a 3.3 litre V6 engine. Did all the wires and the spark plugs, used a stubby ratchet for loosening the one in the back of the engine and a palm ratchet to get it out. I used anti seize on the spark plugs and the dielectric grease on the wires.
Chrysler did town and country the voyager was Plymouth. Have had all three makes and models, sorry but the Plymouth was my first.
Good video ,thank you, the only thing is , i would be worried have the spark plugs hole empty for a while, what happens if by accident something small falls in the hols , maybe it is just me, i like to change them one at the time and i know it is done safe.
Hey thanks for the awesome ideas for use of a old sparkplug wire!!
Decent video,direct & to the point.Rather vague though if a person didn't already know atleast a little about what they were doing.I hadn't changed plugs on a van of this year & body style,so I was curious to find out how bad the back 3 plugs would be to access.Also to each their own,but I was taught,& I preach this to my kids when teaching them basic auto mechanics.You never use power tools on spark plugs.Especially on the ones you can't see.It doesn't take very much sideways pressure to break that porcelain. Dude seems to know what he's doin though, I was shocked to see someone else using the old plug wire boot trick.
LOL you said a blind man changed his plugs so can you. Did the blind man drive off after he finished changing the plugs? LOL !!!
aftdrk29 yes I thought about that
Thanks for this video, I will do my brother-in-law's van next week. 230,000 miles on the original plugs.
Thank you for showing me the rear ones and that you can't take them off too.
J Dahllquist how did it go I have to do the same thing was it hard to get them out was the back hard?
Thumbs up
That was great! Anybody can change the front ones. I wanted to see how you reached the rear ones. What tools?
I'm wondering same thing. the back look real tough to change
Not that tough honestly same as front just feel for it can't see it don't need to
@@billherzog5375 good saying, you are right.
thanks helpful I also painted a house for a blind guy who lost his sight in a welding accident and this guy rebuilt v w motors also did some cool art projects he was very impressive oh he did have an assistant to help him drive and his mother was a big support she actually changed the law she took it right to the supreme court regarding disability in the work place she was also impressive
I know I’m late and I’m young but I just replaced the spark plugs on my sister’s 05 dodge caravan and I recommend taking the plastic piece where the windshield components are. It’s easier than you think
Nice job. Will be doing the wife's plugs and throttle body very soon. 2005 92k original mileage.
Thanks for demystifying this for me.
GOOD TO VACUUM OR BLOW COMPRESSED AIR ON PLUG BFOR REMOVING TO GET DIRT OFF AROUND PLUG ON COLD ENGINE & USE SEA FOAM IN GAS PRYOR INCASE ANY DIRT GETS IN CYLINDER COULD BURN A VALVE, HAD IT HAPPEN YRS AGO.. GOOD LUCK THKS FOR HELP..
Thanks for this vid. The previous owner only replaced the front to so it keeps dying on me. Will be using this vid as a reference for the back ones ☺
Ha ha ha your too much !! You had a customer who was blind that could change his own spark plugs !!! LoL
I doubt it he had a drivers license and blind !! , thanks for sharing ...
Great video ! I would just add that all rust ,dust and sand from around spark hole should be removed prior pulling spark plugs out,otherwise,contamination of cylinders is guaranteed !
how do you do this?
Thanks for sharing I'm gonna give it a try today
Thank you sir this video help me soo much thanks for share 👍
thanks again
What kind tools needed for it ! Please
A blind guy with a car!? Lol I'm afraid!!
murrayw72 Was thinking the exact same thing...
What are the specifications of the sparkplugs needed?
Hello! What model of spark plug do you use in your caravan?
Thnaks! I have a Routan VA W 2009. I'll do.
To God be the glory and all thanks
Love your vid dude
Perfect. Thank you.
How'd you get the spark plug wires off the spark plug?
Mine are crimped firm on to the plug itself?
Thank you😀
Just wanted to know where the back ones were
Do u unhook battery before doing spark plugs?
I do for anything electrical
I'm a little thick so feeling around the back is a challenge, blind or not lol (hate being volunteered to do this stuff just because I did it on my own ride, ugh!)
And good video
I had a oil change next day my cAr started running than died . Guy said it could be fuel pump or line. Had another guy saying I’m getting fuel when start the car it seem like it want to start unsure when I got a tuneup
Wats the best gap?
Do you not talk about spark gaps? I see the spark gap tool is not in your list of tools. My spark plugs came in today for the 2005 Chrysler Town and country but it's clearly way to small of a gap even tho the website said they were pre gapped
U were definitely a big help but my arm is way too big round wide. I can't get my arm back there I had a tune up done yesterday by an Indian Muslim guy number 4 wasn't even plugged in the boot was just hanging there sparking out doing nothing $150.00 for nothing
On my 2003 dodge caravan i have a p0302 code it was a cylinder spark plus number 2 where is it
I knew when I skipped to the end and you were still on the front 3...we were screwed..
Wow. .that's a tight fit back there. ..I think I'll take off the wiper assembly. ..or lose weight from my arms
what is this guys a competition to see whos plug last the longest. I replaced mine month a go they only had 88,000 miles.
If you don't like fiberglass in your skin, you might wear gloves and long sleeves while replacing the back ones. The insulation on the wiper cowling and firewall is fiberglass.
This motor (3.3 liter) has way more space to get in back than does the big 3.8 liter . Mine is a 2001 and I can only reach two plugs , not the one on passenger side. Very little room to twist a wrench back there......hmm
Do a 2.4 caravan too
WHAT IS THE FIRING ORDER ON A 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 3.3 ENGINE
you didn't show gapping process. also I wish the 3.8l was that easy.
No video of the rear plugs removal or fitting.
Tell me, how your "customer that's a blind man that changes his own spark plugs as well" drive his damn vehicle after doing so.
I need to rethread the #1 plug... HOW??? HELP!!!!!
The front spark plugs are easy, how about those rear spark plugs !
Not here for the spark plugs just to see the electric wire setup
you didn't show the work and the difficult things that could come up could have used that prior to starting.
Is this why my engine is shaking? It needs new spark plugs?
Broncopotamus Very broad question, does it shake all the time? Have you ever replaced them plugs? spark plug wires? Best to take it to a shop to be checked out.
Just replaced all 6 plugs and wires. nothing changed. then I changed the ignition coil, that fixed it. your video was a great help.
Broncopotamus maybe the air hoses too. old cracked hoses.
I just did this to my van and now it's running like shit pinging and popping wat did I do wrong??
Anthony Nardo you either offset the gap on the plugs possibly while installing or you may have crossed the wiring fire order
Why does every vid never show the rear plugs being changed when half of the car is not disassembled 🙄
It's easy just reach back there and feel for it no special tools can't see it don't need to
don't these van use champion spark plugs?
NGKs are better.
They do, but to a degree plugs are plugs (given specs). Just beware of the gap if you have the tools and knowhow.
I hope the blind man isn't out there driving around!
a blind man had a car lmao
Im car perfect
4:46 speed ratchet
Did you call him Sparky
way too shaky. get a tripod stand
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Back three easy? Hell NO !!!!
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Ya want to know something they won't show u how to change the back ones bc it's pain in the ass they will never want to show how the hard things are done bc people will learn very quick an no one will go to a machanic that's the truth !! Why some people won't show how to change time belt or crank lower sensor bc it chost a bout 450$ in shops the truth is it's 25$ sensor rest of it goes in there pockets I'm not looking for fans or likes any one got car issue Whit Honda Dodge caravan s hit me up may b I can guide ya step by step
i was waiting to see for the back ones waist my time dislike :(
Terrible