I was able to remove these off my mother in laws 2011 Malibu. They were originals and car has 80,000 miles. Thank god they weren’t sonically welded in there. Them AC Delcos held up. Thanks for the step by step. That engine cover design blows my mind
your welcome, glad it could help. 80k is not to bad. most plugs last around 100k but dosnt hurt to change them early like you said they were no stuck in there which they tend to get stuck the longer they are in there
Thank you for the cover removal and EVERYTHING my 2011 has been sitting since about this time 2021 i start it up now and then and it ran perfect til about november or december, cylinder 1 misfire, i am at 221661 miles, but its on the original plugs - if plugs fix the misfire then its worth doing other repairs and driving it til it dies
I’m so nervous to do this but I can’t afford to have it done . So I’m going to try thank you for the education on getting her done . I had a mechanic work on the car he didn’t put that cover back on right and we ate gas for months till we figured out it was a vacuum seal so those are tricky. They have to be put back on properly thank you for your education on this .
Thanks a lot! Appreciate the info and the camera angle. The volume between your intro, outro and the content is CRAZY though. Normalization is somewhere in whatever editing suite you are using. Try it out. :)
Great video, I will be using this as a reference when I work on my car. Quick question, do you recommend disconnecting the battery when changing the spark plugs or there’s no need to do so?
Gap the plugs. And majorty of plugs come pre gapped now. Since most call for irideuim tip and those are fine tip you cant not gap them without damageing them
I know this will be an odd question. I have been told that I need to replace the wires along with my spark plugs. However the wires they show me are nowhere on the engine. By the video, it looks like they screw directly into the engine. Hees the question. Does a 2010 Chevy Malibu have spark plug wires? I've had to correct the O'Reillys before. They had 2 separate bulbs for brake and tail lights when they were actually the same bulb. He took care of it for me and actually preferred we tell him if something is wrong in the system.
You wont have wires on this car. It is called coil on plug. The rule of thumb i go with is spark plugs are 100k mile and replace coil pack 150k miles. you can of course do it sooner
I’m doing my spark plugs later today. My dad told me to make sure my spark plugs “match in size” and warned me to replace them one at a time. As I was watching your video I didn’t hear you mention anything about matching them in sizes (old to new) do you know what my dad could be talking about?
@@antonioorozco3087 maybe the plug gap. But some plugs are supposed to pre gapped and some are so fine tipped you dont want to gap or it may damage it. Could be thread length but if you get the correct ones for the car it should be the right size. But you cant always trust what someone else put in so matching with what was in there is not always the best idea.
well normally a miss would indicate plugs, but also they should be changed after 100k miles as well as most sensors because they start getting weak. Best place to start is having a scanner read the codes on the car
I'll be darned if I can see that screw under the plastic cover! It looks pretty easy to spot, but I have looked and looked without seeiing it, Can;t see the screw, can't take it out. Any suggestions?
@@EfurdGarage Thanks. Slipped the fitting off without having to mess with the screw. Now, those "clips" that hold the ignition plug in the socket, Every cotton pickin one broke (probably my fault). The plug would literally not budge out of the socket. I has to use a small block of wood and "gently" pound them out after managing to get those clips wiggled out.
I was able to remove these off my mother in laws 2011 Malibu. They were originals and car has 80,000 miles. Thank god they weren’t sonically welded in there. Them AC Delcos held up. Thanks for the step by step. That engine cover design blows my mind
your welcome, glad it could help. 80k is not to bad. most plugs last around 100k but dosnt hurt to change them early like you said they were no stuck in there which they tend to get stuck the longer they are in there
@ I’m wondering if it was somewhat easier to get them out since they are tapered plugs and not crush washer style
@gregorytolson1648 very possible since they are just snugged where crush is supposed to be torqured down
I know this video is 2 years old but I’m here watching and taking notes. Thank you sir 👍
Glad it could help, thanks for watching
No three years old. Love you man! Step-by-step walked me right through it! Thank you thank you thank you
your welcome
Thank you for the cover removal and EVERYTHING my 2011 has been sitting since about this time 2021 i start it up now and then and it ran perfect til about november or december, cylinder 1 misfire, i am at 221661 miles, but its on the original plugs - if plugs fix the misfire then its worth doing other repairs and driving it til it dies
Man this saved me 300$ honestly crazy how simple this is with the right tools and how much they charge too smh
Im glad it helped you
I feel you a shop wanted to charge me $900 dollars for this.
I’m so nervous to do this but I can’t afford to have it done . So I’m going to try thank you for the education on getting her done . I had a mechanic work on the car he didn’t put that cover back on right and we ate gas for months till we figured out it was a vacuum seal so those are tricky. They have to be put back on properly thank you for your education on this .
@@jeanetteevans-kt1gp you can do this. Dont rush it just tale your time and check things as you go. Your welcome.
Watching in 2024 appreciate you 💯
Thank you!
Same lol
@@angelbyrd09 thank you
Thank man for creating this video. Looks easy peasy.
Your welcome. Yep a pretty basic job most everyone should be able to do
Very helpful and simple explanation will be doing this after work!!
Thanks!!!
Thanks for the info,short video,to the point and with a very good camera angle...👍
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks a lot!
Appreciate the info and the camera angle.
The volume between your intro, outro and the content is CRAZY though. Normalization is somewhere in whatever editing suite you are using. Try it out. :)
your welcome glad it could help. that is an older intro have a newer one and im sure it will change in the future again
This a helpful video my car has po300 code random engine misfires so ima try changing the spark plugs first
glad its helpful. yes plugs is the best place to start with that issue. Thanks for watching
Man you make it look very but I'm worried about that screw underneath that plastic but thanks for the video
I did man thank you and God bless you
@@jesusm6308 i am glad it helped you, your welcome
I'm nervous about that screw too, I was considering going through the process with just a flat head but it's looking worth it to go get better tools
@@clairehardee6325 yeah a little investment can save you a ton of money every year. I second that in getting a basic tool set.
Wow.. another great video buddy 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks i appreciate it
Well off to another video. I got oil in my spark plug wells!!
that sucks, but it happens
Great video, I will be using this as a reference when I work on my car. Quick question, do you recommend disconnecting the battery when changing the spark plugs or there’s no need to do so?
I have never disconnected the battery for that and most things. There are a few things i disconnect the battery for
@@EfurdGarage Souds good. Appreciate your response 👍🏼
@@Irock827 your welcome, thanks for watching
Thanks for the video
Very helpful!!
Glad it could help
Great video, what is the size of the spark plug socket?
Standard 5/8 that is about what most are all
Very helpful video btw.
Thank you glad it could help.
Thank you man W vid
No problem 👍
Man, those plugs are way down in there.
Thats no joke. I was wondering when it was going to end
don't you have to space the plugs or something of the sort? don't know for sure just asking!
Gap the plugs. And majorty of plugs come pre gapped now. Since most call for irideuim tip and those are fine tip you cant not gap them without damageing them
I know this will be an odd question. I have been told that I need to replace the wires along with my spark plugs. However the wires they show me are nowhere on the engine. By the video, it looks like they screw directly into the engine. Hees the question. Does a 2010 Chevy Malibu have spark plug wires? I've had to correct the O'Reillys before. They had 2 separate bulbs for brake and tail lights when they were actually the same bulb. He took care of it for me and actually preferred we tell him if something is wrong in the system.
You wont have wires on this car. It is called coil on plug. The rule of thumb i go with is spark plugs are 100k mile and replace coil pack 150k miles. you can of course do it sooner
You just saved me 400$ at the shop
awesome glad i could help
I’m doing my spark plugs later today. My dad told me to make sure my spark plugs “match in size” and warned me to replace them one at a time. As I was watching your video I didn’t hear you mention anything about matching them in sizes (old to new) do you know what my dad could be talking about?
@@antonioorozco3087 maybe the plug gap. But some plugs are supposed to pre gapped and some are so fine tipped you dont want to gap or it may damage it. Could be thread length but if you get the correct ones for the car it should be the right size. But you cant always trust what someone else put in so matching with what was in there is not always the best idea.
Very Helpful.
Glad it could help
This may be a crazy question, but would the plugs come out easier if the engine was hot or cold? I don’t want to strip any. Thanks!
@@philstucker1312 warm would be easier
How do you know it’s the spark plugs 😩 my car is doing this jerk and shaking then turns off
well normally a miss would indicate plugs, but also they should be changed after 100k miles as well as most sensors because they start getting weak. Best place to start is having a scanner read the codes on the car
Aren't you supposed to gauge the plugs themselves before you put them in?
Old style yes, but plugs come pre gapped now and with the fine point tips now its really easy to damage the electrode if you try to do it.
I wouldn't trust pregapped plugs.
So is it 4 plugs I see or 6? Are all plugs on top right there
@@drdre3607 this is the 4 cylinder so it has 4 plugs
What size socket for the spark plug removal ?
5/8th
Everyone, get yourself one of those sockets for spark plugs. Do not try without one, not worth the hassle. They are cheap
That is true
I'll be darned if I can see that screw under the plastic cover! It looks pretty easy to spot, but I have looked and looked without seeiing it, Can;t see the screw, can't take it out. Any suggestions?
The best advice i can give is try to use a flash light or the camera on your phone to try and spot it
@@EfurdGarage Thanks. Slipped the fitting off without having to mess with the screw. Now, those "clips" that hold the ignition plug in the socket, Every cotton pickin one broke (probably my fault). The plug would literally not budge out of the socket. I has to use a small block of wood and "gently" pound them out after managing to get those clips wiggled out.
Great info! Thanks!
@@philstucker1312 your welcome
what if i drop it
If the end is bent get a new one
THANKS MAN,👍
No problem 👍
Thank you very much!
Your welcome. Thanks for watching
What's the spark type for the i4 2.4l engine sir?
i used e3.74 on this one, or you could go ac delco 19301814
Thank you so much
@@mrbig809 your welcome
What is the spark plug gap in 1000ths ?
.044 but with most modern plugs (iridium and the like) they come pre gapped and risk damage gapping them
Which cylinder is which does it just go 1234 like left to right how do I read it
Yes that would be correct on cylinder number. Firing order will be different
Does this apply for a 2009 right?
Thanks
yes it will
@@EfurdGarage thanks 👍🏼
Anyone know which spark plugs he used?
@@Zed2x i used e3-74 but you can use oem or your preferred aftermarket brand
Thanks for the quick response!
That's exactly why those plastic parts intimidate me. Hidden clips, clamps and screws..I would had defiantly broke something.
They really can be a pain. Its crazy to me that the engine cover is also the air box.
Thanks!
Your welcome
So I guess this was a 4 cylinder car?? Cause I was waiting the one's in the back
yes 2.4 is a 4 cylinder. the v6 is a 3.6
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