"Today im gonna show you how to change the spark plugs, but to save some time I already went ahead and did it, thanks for watching and leave a like." Lol jk great vid bro.
You shouldn't be running anything but high end plugs. Most likely platinum or iridium. Don't try to gap these they come preset, gapping them will damage the ends. Also I believe the gap is 0.044
Christian Stewart Well NGK Iridium is ideal. Platinum is overkill. On the Z forums they all said 0.043. The NGK iridiums I got are not gap at but around 0.043. Keep in mind a Z's compression ratio is 10;1. That's very tight space.
No absolutely not, the only element that is better for conducting electricity is sterling silver. Followed by copper then gold. Copper is used in electronic applications because it's cheap. Gold is used in applications where corrosion may be a problem. Neither gold, iridium or platinum are necessary. Take a 2005 Chevrolet Ecotech install regular copper spark plugs and you will notice a huge increase in power and fuel efficiency. The factory calls for platinum plugs. With copper plugs you get a better spark better fuel combustion better power and better gas mileage.
thanks for the video bro! I have a 2008 g37 and I have 104k miles with original spark plugs so I will change them this weekend! i have the confidence now to do it myself and save me some $$$
Jack car up (to release stress on the strut bar). if your CEL is flashing and you feel a misfire CHANGE THE COIL PACKS. WORKED FOR ME, My Z is running GREAT NOW:))
I use to own a 2004 350z and sold it to save up and buy a 370z which I did. I use to love working on my 350z everything was pretty easy to get to. Now the 370z completely different story its a pain in the ass.
Thanks! I'm not standing in front of mine, but as I recall, the back ones looked like a major pain to get to... how bad is it? I'm trying to figure out what's going on with mine... occasionally, when it's cold, cylinder #1 stops firing. It usually clears up and purrs like a kitten once it warms up... trying to figure out if it might just be coils or plugs (2004, 67K miles).
"I mean this magnetic socket beats paying a mechanic $400 to get your sparkplugs changed & getting performance coils can cost around $1000) I'm done 😂😂😂
Gail Thompson I'm sure you'll be able to just watch more TH-cam videos if you're ever in doubt take a picture with your cell phone so you don't forget how to put it back together lol
Hello Bro,,, Wats the best Spark plugs for 350z HR 2008 other than NGK? What do u suggest plz help. My car is in perfect condition but i checked Spark they are burned from top and also consuming too much Petrol
Also try Rockauto.com that's where pepboys get their parts from and charge 3x more than what they paid for if you need bigger parts go to www.car-part.com
Good vid bro.. so I have a 2004 350z. It's having problems starting .. it will start but it takes a couple of tries .. when I turn the key it will crank (at regular speed) but it won't start... 3-4 tries later eventually it starts .. I was thinking it might be the spark plugs but I'm not sure.. what do you think?
Thanks! And yea it could be that your spark plugs are wore out and its not causing a great enough spark, or its gonna be that your fuel injectors are clogged up and you're not getting enough fuel right away till after a few cranks. By the way fuel injectors are located under the lower manifold of your 350z so it takes longer to change then spark plugs, if you need help email me saavedrac1165@gmail.com
Hey bud. Your car could have any number of problems. Your spark plugs,depending on millage of course,isn't one of them. Coil on plug systems are extremely reliable,so the chances the plugs being what's wrong are slim. Take the car to a shop and have them do a check up. Don't let them trick you into buying double tip plugs or coils or even do any plug that isn't close to OEM unless your running a rune on your car. Only time you really need double tip is on waste spark systems. You could have any number of problems ranging from the idle control system to a problem with the timing. Cps and ckp sensors can be a bitch on certain cars. Also,make surr you have someone look at your DTS codes and see if anything pops up. While the video is a good idea,i wouldn't take what the guy did as the correct way to go about doing this procedure. Make sure you always consult professionals before doing this type of thing.
So I took it to Midas for a diagnostic and they told me it came back with a DAPS error code, and the guy told me it was a security problem dealing with the chip in my key.. he suggested I take it to Nissan and get a new key made and programmed.. (that was a waste of $85) so I took it to Nissan and had the keys made and programmed for the car $260 parts and labor, and it didn't work.. so I had Nissan run their diagnostic $150 and they said it was my relay ... I said eff it, just fix it.. so they replaced it .. $450 parts and labor.. so now the car starts first try every time..
+motor vehicle reviews by carlos saavedra .. I change my spark plugs on 350z but not I think the oil is leaking from them ..and I cannot drive over 25 mph ..what I have done wrong
I have a question for you?.. I recently got a 350z, Run very strong for about 2 weeks, and they this happen. Start engine and let it slow for a while and it's automatically turn itself off. Dose your 350z dose that?
You skipped the most important part for most people which would be showing exactly how and what to move and how to move it safely to get those rear two spark plugs out. First two are ez breezy. This seems more like a mean teacher who puts stuff on the test that she never covered in class.
my 06 350z is having issues starting up when its cold out. and when it does start it makes rattling noises from first gear all the way to sixth although it get quieter near sixth it stilll rattles. it also rattles more when im engine breaking in low gears. could it be spark plug issues? it has 80k miles on it...and i never done a spark plug replacement on it.
Hey guys what's up I found the coils for the plugs if you break em.go to wish. Com. They got em pair of 6 for 75 dollars and 11 dollars shipping. New factory tested new money back guarantee. Good work kid you remind me of when I was 18 Teen in nyc working on my 1981 Z. Now I have a 350Z. 04 keep learning. I'm a NY RICAN.
If you do have oil in the spark plug chamber, how soon should you get it fixed and how do you prevent it from happening again? (To anyone who knows) Thanks.
+Jesse Martinez Another reason I don't own a Nissan product. You need to have it repaired soon to prevent ignition arcing, resulting in having to replace primary ignition insulators, and secondary ignition plugs. The tube seals on the valve cover are likely leaking. On most Nissan you can't just get a gasket. It is molded into the valve cover and you have to buy the whole valve cover. I will highly recommend a licensed, insured, and certified repair facility perform the repair. Enjoy your Nissan. I'll enjoy my Honda and Toyota products.
Gary Fontenot To perform a valve cover gasket leak you dont need to take the car to a license insured certified repair shop. All you have to remove is the intake plenum and some other accessories it looks like. Ive replaced the Valve cover gaskets on my Dodge Stealth r/t (3000gt sl) and these cars have absolutely NO WORKING ROOM. These 350z’s seem a lot more simpler to work on with more working room
Im pretty sure he wasnt trying to go into every little detail. He did in the video what the title says, Basically how to change the spark plugs. Its a great video for the typical DIY car person with not that many tools. Not everybody has a torque wrench. A simple ratchet gets the job done if you know what your doing. Btw if anybody saw your comment, torque specs 15-21 ft-lb (180-252 in-lb)
"Today im gonna show you how to change the spark plugs, but to save some time I already went ahead and did it, thanks for watching and leave a like." Lol jk great vid bro.
For those that want to know the gap required for the spark plugs. It's 0.043.
Your Welcome.
You shouldn't be running anything but high end plugs. Most likely platinum or iridium. Don't try to gap these they come preset, gapping them will damage the ends. Also I believe the gap is 0.044
Christian Stewart Well NGK Iridium is ideal. Platinum is overkill. On the Z forums they all said 0.043. The NGK iridiums I got are not gap at but around 0.043. Keep in mind a Z's compression ratio is 10;1. That's very tight space.
gentleman gentleman, what is the best metal used to conduct electricity? no better spark plugs in a copper spark plug.
+Kevin A - Allard Automotive Industries
Gold is the best conductor, after silver, but unlike silver, it doesn't oxidize.
No absolutely not, the only element that is better for conducting electricity is sterling silver. Followed by copper then gold. Copper is used in electronic applications because it's cheap. Gold is used in applications where corrosion may be a problem. Neither gold, iridium or platinum are necessary.
Take a 2005 Chevrolet Ecotech install regular copper spark plugs and you will notice a huge increase in power and fuel efficiency. The factory calls for platinum plugs. With copper plugs you get a better spark better fuel combustion better power and better gas mileage.
"It beats having to take it to a mechanic and paying $400 to have your spark plugs removed..".. lol STRAIGHT UP!
good looking out bro I switched my spark plugs and changed a coil pack and it fixed my misfires.
thanks for the video bro! I have a 2008 g37 and I have 104k miles with original spark plugs so I will change them this weekend! i have the confidence now to do it myself and save me some $$$
Do the other side foo I need too see that
I agree 2 front left
Jack car up (to release stress on the strut bar). if your CEL is flashing and you feel a misfire CHANGE THE COIL PACKS. WORKED FOR ME, My Z is running GREAT NOW:))
Dude you rock. That's why i came here!
From the shop manual for a 2006 Rev-up VQ35DE: OEM plug is NGK Platinum PLFR5A-11 gapped to 0.043.
So you take off the battery connection off prior to starting the removal process?
Is called a longer extension and you hand tight the spark plugs first
I use to own a 2004 350z and sold it to save up and buy a 370z which I did. I use to love working on my 350z everything was pretty easy to get to. Now the 370z completely different story its a pain in the ass.
good basic info.thanks
What size spark plug socket?
My 14 mm (9/16 in) socket is just spins inside chamber even though it fits new spark plug for 350Z.
“I would just use like an old shirt or something “ 😂😂😂😂 get a small towel or a rag
wait first you need gloves right? that's what chrisfix said.
Go in raw
Dude this is real educational , keep it up !!
Thanks! I'm not standing in front of mine, but as I recall, the back ones looked like a major pain to get to... how bad is it?
I'm trying to figure out what's going on with mine... occasionally, when it's cold, cylinder #1 stops firing. It usually clears up and purrs like a kitten once it warms up... trying to figure out if it might just be coils or plugs (2004, 67K miles).
noo your not good! use i fucking torque wrench its for the best, that way you are for sure that there in the proper way
"I mean this magnetic socket beats paying a mechanic $400 to get your sparkplugs changed & getting performance coils can cost around $1000) I'm done 😂😂😂
Thank you for da video. is this something a woman can do? i hav a 350z 2008 & it needs a tune up fuel pump & i was goin to try it myself but afraid
Gail Thompson I'm sure you'll be able to just watch more TH-cam videos if you're ever in doubt take a picture with your cell phone so you don't forget how to put it back together lol
Is you have eyes and hands you can do it
Make more vids on the 350z(tutorials) good vid bro
Hello Bro,,, Wats the best Spark plugs for 350z HR 2008 other than NGK? What do u suggest plz help. My car is in perfect condition but i checked Spark they are burned from top and also consuming too much Petrol
Also try Rockauto.com that's where pepboys get their parts from and charge 3x more than what they paid for if you need bigger parts go to www.car-part.com
Thank you my brother. lots of questions asked.
thanks pal!
You did good right to the point my brother.
The guy did good if you're a mechanic you should know how to tyt it's should be. You ain't got nothing nice to say then shut up.
Good vid bro.. so I have a 2004 350z. It's having problems starting .. it will start but it takes a couple of tries .. when I turn the key it will crank (at regular speed) but it won't start... 3-4 tries later eventually it starts .. I was thinking it might be the spark plugs but I'm not sure.. what do you think?
Thanks! And yea it could be that your spark plugs are wore out and its not causing a great enough spark, or its gonna be that your fuel injectors are clogged up and you're not getting enough fuel right away till after a few cranks. By the way fuel injectors are located under the lower manifold of your 350z so it takes longer to change then spark plugs, if you need help email me saavedrac1165@gmail.com
Hey bud. Your car could have any number of problems. Your spark plugs,depending on millage of course,isn't one of them. Coil on plug systems are extremely reliable,so the chances the plugs being what's wrong are slim. Take the car to a shop and have them do a check up. Don't let them trick you into buying double tip plugs or coils or even do any plug that isn't close to OEM unless your running a rune on your car. Only time you really need double tip is on waste spark systems. You could have any number of problems ranging from the idle control system to a problem with the timing. Cps and ckp sensors can be a bitch on certain cars. Also,make surr you have someone look at your DTS codes and see if anything pops up. While the video is a good idea,i wouldn't take what the guy did as the correct way to go about doing this procedure. Make sure you always consult professionals before doing this type of thing.
luigi999ish running a *tune
So I took it to Midas for a diagnostic and they told me it came back with a DAPS error code, and the guy told me it was a security problem dealing with the chip in my key.. he suggested I take it to Nissan and get a new key made and programmed.. (that was a waste of $85) so I took it to Nissan and had the keys made and programmed for the car $260 parts and labor, and it didn't work.. so I had Nissan run their diagnostic $150 and they said it was my relay ... I said eff it, just fix it.. so they replaced it .. $450 parts and labor.. so now the car starts first try every time..
+motor vehicle reviews by carlos saavedra ..
I change my spark plugs on 350z but not I think the oil is leaking from them ..and I cannot drive over 25 mph ..what I have done wrong
This was helpful. Thank you.
I have a question for you?.. I recently got a 350z, Run very strong for about 2 weeks, and they this happen. Start engine and let it slow for a while and it's automatically turn itself off. Dose your 350z dose that?
Do more videos on the 350z
What size socket do you use ?
What size socket did you use to remove the spark plugs?
5/8
Dude so how r u gonna change the other side? What em I suppose to remove?
Which coils did you buy from Zz auto parts? How are they working for you?
You skipped the most important part for most people which would be showing exactly how and what to move and how to move it safely to get those rear two spark plugs out. First two are ez breezy. This seems more like a mean teacher who puts stuff on the test that she never covered in class.
my 06 350z is having issues starting up when its cold out. and when it does start it makes rattling noises from first gear all the way to sixth although it get quieter near sixth it stilll rattles. it also rattles more when im engine breaking in low gears. could it be spark plug issues? it has 80k miles on it...and i never done a spark plug replacement on it.
That's definitely not a spark plug issue. Where does the sound sound like it's coming from? Like from your cats?
Hey guys what's up I found the coils for the plugs if you break em.go to wish. Com. They got em pair of 6 for 75 dollars and 11 dollars shipping. New factory tested new money back guarantee. Good work kid you remind me of when I was 18 Teen in nyc working on my 1981 Z. Now I have a 350Z. 04 keep learning. I'm a NY RICAN.
Seems like it's your first time doing this....
Im sure he only changed 4 spark plugs that day
If you do have oil in the spark plug chamber, how soon should you get it fixed and how do you prevent it from happening again? (To anyone who knows) Thanks.
+Jesse Martinez Another reason I don't own a Nissan product. You need to have it repaired soon to prevent ignition arcing, resulting in having to replace primary ignition insulators, and secondary ignition plugs. The tube seals on the valve cover are likely leaking. On most Nissan you can't just get a gasket. It is molded into the valve cover and you have to buy the whole valve cover. I will highly recommend a licensed, insured, and certified repair facility perform the repair. Enjoy your Nissan. I'll enjoy my Honda and Toyota products.
+Gary Fontenot tard
Gary Fontenot To perform a valve cover gasket leak you dont need to take the car to a license insured certified repair shop. All you have to remove is the intake plenum and some other accessories it looks like. Ive replaced the Valve cover gaskets on my Dodge Stealth r/t (3000gt sl) and these cars have absolutely NO WORKING ROOM. These 350z’s seem a lot more simpler to work on with more working room
@@garyfontenot2786 you sound like a god damn jackass
Damn wish you lived closed you could hook a brother up 😉
This is not a dating site.
more videos Carlos, you explain so well
"To make the video more short for ya'll guys".....Yup. Hahah
Hey wats up jus change mine by watching ur video but my car still misfiring
Did u ever find out what it was
hey man do you know anything about the brake sensors?
This guy got an accent
lol not even official specs on how much to torque it too...amatuer
Im pretty sure he wasnt trying to go into every little detail. He did in the video what the title says, Basically how to change the spark plugs. Its a great video for the typical DIY car person with not that many tools. Not everybody has a torque wrench. A simple ratchet gets the job done if you know what your doing. Btw if anybody saw your comment, torque specs 15-21 ft-lb (180-252 in-lb)
or maybe you're the amateur, trying to torque down a spark plug.