My car was slow and had a rough idle. I watched this video and changed the plugs MYSELF for the first time ever! My 2004 Echo hatchback (pretty rare) now runs like a dream. Thank you! However, I did have to swallow my pride. I'm not used to learning how to fix my car from a Canadian.
@razzof The manual for my 2001 says .031 inches for NGK brand BKR5EYA spark plugs but NGK's website says .032 for all plugs. I assume .001 isn't critical.
A lot of spark plug manufacturers recommend AGAINST the use of anti-seize. If spark plugs are regular plugs, and not platinum or other exotic metal, then you can use anti-seize.
Wow! I do love echo they are very reliable car and economical car. Also easy to fix. I really think your car needs to be cleaned though :( do it please :) My mom and sisters has cars and I cannot stand seeing their car dirty therefore they come to my house always and I clean their cars without them asking me. :)
My car was slow and had a rough idle. I watched this video and changed the plugs MYSELF for the first time ever! My 2004 Echo hatchback (pretty rare) now runs like a dream. Thank you!
However, I did have to swallow my pride. I'm not used to learning how to fix my car from a Canadian.
I'm so glad it's helpful! I love my echo. It's been so good to me!
wht type of plugs do you buy? and who gaps them ?
I've had mine since 2006 and its awesome. Has not skipped a beat.
@razzof The manual for my 2001 says .031 inches for NGK brand BKR5EYA spark plugs but NGK's website says .032 for all plugs. I assume .001 isn't critical.
From 4 Years a go I Just know now that I have to change my car spark plugs, You are hero, awesome
Tuning up my Echo this week-end. Thanks for the video!
Perfect! Exactly what I was looking for and straight to the point. Thanks for doing this!
Excellent post - thank you so much
Thanks for posting I have a 2001 Echo too the gas mileage on the car is amazing
Thank you for the video post!! I changed the spark plugs it definitely made a big difference- not as shakey no more
Thanks for the video! Another female here changing her own sparkplugs:-)
Thanks Brie ☺️ simple is better, some of the guys remove too much! Wish you were my daughter, you are old school!
Thanks. You help me a lot.
The screw that's supposed to hold the bolt came off with the bolt. Is it bad if water leaks through it with no bolt on one side
Thanks for the video, Do you just drop in the spark plug? Would have liked seeing that part in your video....
The special socket you can buy from an auto parts store - maybe $5 has a rubber gasket that helps hold it in place when you install
u still own that car ?
What about Anti-seize? I've been told that you should always put that on your spark plugs before you place them in the engine.
Yes, you need to use anti-seize on the threads of the plugs. Otherwise, bad things might happen if they become one with the car.
A lot of spark plug manufacturers recommend AGAINST the use of anti-seize.
If spark plugs are regular plugs, and not platinum or other exotic metal, then you can use anti-seize.
I use dielectric grease or Vaseline for the threads,prevents moisture from getting in and keeps it lubed up until the next change.
torque specs
Torque: 18 N·m (184 kgf·cm, 13 ft·lbf)
This is from the Toyota service manual.
My heart was torn to pieces looking at your dirty engine :( how about how to clean your engine for your next video hihi
It is pretty dirty... She's been around the block a few times (AKA across the country 5 times!)
Wow! I do love echo they are very reliable car and economical car. Also easy to fix. I really think your car needs to be cleaned though :( do it please :) My mom and sisters has cars and I cannot stand seeing their car dirty therefore they come to my house always and I clean their cars without them asking me. :)
If I was your neighbour I would come to your house now and clean your engine for free :) also change the lead for your spark plugs lol
Kirk Heisenberg it's a car from 2001. IT'S GONNA BE DIRTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Really..?
A quick tutorial to help people with their spark plug, and you are hammering her about a CAR engine being dirty...
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Wow...