How to Change Spark Plugs on a Toyota Corolla 2003-2008 1.8L 4 Cylinder engine DIY
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- How to change Spark Plugs on a 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla with the 1.8L engine. This is for the Corolla CE, Corolla LE and Corolla S. This is not for a Corolla XRS though.
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Always loosen the spark plugs a turn or two then blow out around the plug to remove dirt and keep it from falling into the cylinder.
why it will just blow out the exhaust and how would dirt get under all the covers anyway
Good tip
Excellent job! I would remind folks to never do this with a hot engine...let it cool down completely.
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@@rue-elmarinas8418 After 5 years of DIY experience, I now suggest changing out plugs with a warm engine, not hot or cold!!
@@coloradoboo1071 The fact that you came back to this comment after 5 years is seriously impressive to me.
Thank you very much for taking the time to make these videos, I realized yesterday just how lucky I am to have people like you share tutorials for maintenance.
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Note: Denso SK16R11 spark plugs do not need dielectric grease or antisieze for the threads. Just posting for anyone doing this job. These are the ones listed in the manual. I got this information directly from Denso customer support.
do you know the torque specs?
@@torontoguy8043 According to Haynes Toyota Corolla 2003 - 2008, ch1 pg2, the torque for spark plugs is 18 ft-lbs. Extra note the gap is 0.043 inches.
But it doesn't hurt to do it tho, right? For a mechanic, it would almost be a habit as some cars really need it.
THANK you from this old Gramma who can now kick some spark plug butt thanks to this great and thoroughly understandable video!!!!!!
He just saved me couple hundred bucks. Big thank you 👍
The camera is fine. I think alot of these guys that dont like the angle are just new to working on cars. But besides that this is a great video.
To remove the plastic clips from the cover, use a flat base screwdriver to pry at all sides of the clip a little at a time, applying some WD-40 may help to loosen it up, avoid prying at only one side forcefully as it will break the clip.
Thanks for easy to follow video. Just changed my original plugs at 166,495 miles. 2006 toyota corolla. 8/30/2018 Keith
Did the plugs look bad? I'm at 160k and thinking about changing mine. Running ok as is though
I just threw away the cover after this. No reason for it. I have 215,000 miles on my 2004 5 speed . Gets 39 mpg
That cover is there for a reason. It stops sand and other crap from getting down into the plug recess. From there it would fall down into the cylinder head when you take the plugs out. Not generally recommended for long engine life afterwards.
Without the cover in place, you would need to thoroughly blast out the recesses with compressed air *before* you even dare to touch those plugs with the socket. Even so, you are taking a big gamble.
@@RichardHennick Engines have been around for 80 years or more without covers but ok, it's a huge gamble to get rid of the cover. The cover is 95% aesthetic.
😂 you need to use compressed air to blow out around it first anyway. Or at least vacuum. That little tiny piece of aesthetic plastic does nothing.
Thank you. I had a fuel efficiency issue and changing the spark plugs helped. I followed your guide and everything went accordingly.
Thanks again!
How much more does everyone want to see, regarding camera angles? If you need laser gps coordinates as to the specific pinpoint location to do what you need to do, you probably shouldn't be anywhere near an engine bay. good video and it will assist me in doing the plugs.
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@@paydrow707 What???? Am I chandeliered? Lol am I lit?? High? Weird fucking comment!
Great video!! I am glad that you did not do any BS talking an just went straight to showing how to change it. In many videos people talk about bullshit then a few mins later they start to show the DIY. I am glad you just went straight to it. Thank you.
and no shitty music
😅 👍
This is how tutorials should be done. No nonsense, skip the boring shit, even the paper diagram worked perfectly. Great video and thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Just saved my self $70😍😍
Or he did anyway lol
Straight to the point and clear instructions, thank you so much!
Only put dielectric grease on the ceramic portion of the plug, NOT the end as you said.
Also, some plugs specifically advise against anti seize
Great video! To the point and great work with the speeding up when doing mundane stuff like turning wrenches -- much shorter but just as clear since you do it once at regular speed. Will wqtch more of your vids!
Did you use special iridium plugs? What is the gap measurement
I also change my own spark plugs. I use genuine Toyota parts and as per Toyota, they don't need adjustments, you don't need to worry about the gaps. Sobfar I haven't had any problems with my corolla 06, been driving it for almost 16 years 🙂
Iridium is oem. Either ngk or denso. Check the manual for part numbers. Can buy them anywhere. Don’t gap iridium plugs with a standard gap tool. These plugs should come pregapped and ready to install. If you want you can check the gap with a feeler type guage. Don’t try to save money on plugs these iridium will last 100k + miles.
Thank you for your excellent video!! Very helpful
After you remove the cover, toss it. Serves no purpose whatsoever other than to make the engine prettier for the girls. Engines should not wear lipstick or mascara.
See my reply to Jon Smith.
All: Tape spark plug socket to extension with electrical tape. Easy to do and prevents a hour of holy S@#t
Thank you so much today was my first time!!
HUH? HOW DO THE PLASTIC CLIPS COME OUT I'VE SKIPPED MY HAIRCUT APPOINTMENT AND DON'T NEED TO BREAK THOSE SENSUAL CLIPS
AND SECONDS OF ALL WHAT DOES THE CLIP EVEN LOOK LIKE PAUSE TWO THREE ON EBAY WITH 180 DOLLARS POST AGE TOYOTA SHOULD MAKE JETS I AM GETTING LONELY ???
OH I SEE HUN WHY DON'T YOU USE A SLEDGE HAMMER LIKE DONALD
HUH ? WHO IS DONALD ???
Thanks bro video rele help a lot
Time to do this on my own. Thank you so much dude!
you have saved me a bunch of money. just finished on my corolla. thank you very much.
Just saw this at the end of 2018.... than you for such an informative video and thank you for showing "us" the common folks how to solve this easy issue.
Thank you , great job, saving me $$$$$, I could do it!!!
ouff! I was not sure the 5/8 spark plug socket I just bought would be ok, but looks like it's the right size. this is the 1zzfe engine I guess
Just for a bit of clarification, this video is 100% correct. Thing is that you should tell viewers that you are accounting for the anti seize as a 30% drop on spark plugs' torque spec. For any new viewers out there. Hope this helps.
Huh
I would also suggest blowing with an air hose around the plugs to blow out any dirt before you remove the plugs. You can also suck it out with a shop vac. If the gaskets are leaking there could be some oil around the plugs.
good video, ready to do mine tomorrow.
Among other things thank you very much for some adds to my technical English vocabulary.
Thank you very much, helped me do it without going to the shop.
Thank you. I did it in 20 min.
Thanks for the clear guidance on this process. subbed.
Thank you so much! Great tutorial!!
Super helpful. Thank you for making this video.
Dude: thank you so much ! Well done, informative, inclusive and fun ! You are the best !
Did you gap the spark plugs at all? If so, to what?
The manual says to use Iridium plugs, I believe any you get will come pre-gapped. (The box will say pre-gapped, and there will be a little cardboard tube over each spark plug tip.) They will also most likely say to not use anti-sieze, so just make sure you look at the box.
@@Londrino good advise
i remember when changing plugs used to be so easy
I miss my old Malibu classic
Thank you very much
The calibration? :(
I thought it was a little more simple then that. Good thing you made this video.
Thank you
thank you for the easy tutorial on the change spark plug.
Heaps of thanks 👍
Thank you sir!
I paid $250 for a machanic to do this the first time, never again.
Good job very helpfull
After changing my spark plugs I got a code P0351 , I think maybe the rubber from my socket stayed on or something it never had that code with the old ones
Do you need to gap the spark plugs?
I have new coils to put in. Can they be mixed up when new?
I'm wondering the same
what is the name or function of the cable leading to the cylinder block? Actually idont know for sure the direction to the cylinder block or not, for sure he is heading down near the exhaust manifold. the end of the cable like stick and wrapped with rubber. what happens if the cable breaks?
Pls help
Thanks nice video & explanation take care blessings & Happy Holidays.
What happened to car with a bad spark plug
Thought you had to unplug battery first before doing any electrical connection work on your car?
I'm reading everywhere torque is 18 ft lbs. Not 12.5
Thanks
Thanks very good video
Can I ask you more questions
It look easy but when you practice do Probably not what you watching right now easy :)))
Very Helpful
Thank you
You should also mention what models require same work
Thank you
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at 2:32/2:33, I thought he had an electric shock from the ignition coil :))
I think you forgot to mention to disconnect the battery?
Size of socket wrench used pls
Thank you sir. You saved me some money $$$
The spark plug coming calibration or I have to do answer please
Make sure they are good for corolla and the specific model year, they are pre-calibrated, just install them directly.
You can learn from inplix scripts how to make it yourself.
Where did you put the connect grease on?
What was the spark plug gap?
Thanks for the video. Save me lot of money.
This guy sounds like mudder funner
Tanks for sharing
Thanks for the video
Saved me some cash
🙏🏼🤙
Thanks for the tutorial man! all other videos I watched the people had a hard time speaking English and I am so glad I found this. I have a 2000 corolla but I'm pretty sure I take the same steps, the worst part of the installation was shelling out $30 for iridium plugs lol
How much gap?
How much do you tighten by hand?
Thanks man.
Thanks for this!
When do you usually change the ignition coils?
Really shouldn't have to unless they go bad. My corolla had 250k miles before I sold it and I never had to replace any ignition coils on it.
good description but you could scale in with the camera?... I can't see anything
well done!
Nice
And what are the tools used in this video??
CRAZE TV 10 mm socket to remove the small screws, harness, etc., and 5/8 socket to remove and replace the spark plugs.
What's size gap?
From what I recall, the plugs were pre-gapped when I checked. Or at least the ones I bought.
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@@AdamBedz
Do you remember the OEM brand name?
The best after matket spark plugs to use for this engine?
I can't see anything because of the camera angel. Thanks for making the vid though. Informational otherwise.
invest in a cheap microphone and maybee have someone film for u for better angles. regardless appreciate the video in the garage now working on my corolla
I’m having problems twisting my spark plugs back in so now I have to take the engine thing off 😢