How To Change Spark Plugs In 2003-2007 Honda Accord - Tune Up
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- I show how to replace the spark plugs in a Honda VTEC engine. This is my 2006 Honda Accord, and with 113,000 miles on it, it was due for some new plugs. I bought some new NGK Iridium plugs and made a video while I did the install.
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NGK says Not to use Anti Seize on their Plugs as it can lead to Over Torquing. They already have a Finish Applied during Manufacturing that prevents Seizing and Corrosion.
Thank you for this. I've been using antisieze on my ngk spark plugs for the past 5 years
@@stupidandboot4507yeah if you look into the topic, the extra added anti seize can actually damage the plug itself.
Thanks for the vid...took my 07 Accord to the dealership because of a recall on the airbags. Once they had me in, of course they recommended all kinds of things that needed to be done with my car..one being new plugs...at a cost of something like $270. Needless to say I got my free airbags and took the car home and checked youtube...something they apparently have never heard of.
Honestly for $270 i would recommend to go ahead with the plugs. Each plug already costs you 25-30 in store. Having to buy all the extra equipments and most importantly, risk breaking the plug in half while removing or debris falls into cylinders. Totally not a d.i.y job for beginners.
@@ngandong1 🤡🤡🤡🤡
@@ngandong1 those NGK plugs are $12 each
On god dealership dead wrong for they labor
Oh this sounds familiar 🤔 we also took our 05 Honda accord ex into the dealer because we received Notice in the mail that they issued a Recall on the Airbags also.
I was busy that day so my wife took it into the Honda dealership shop,
She said after they were done they began telling her that our Honda was in need of some repairs and that they would be more than willing to work with us on a Great price...
My wife knows better than to just assume the word of a stranger, She learned the hard way some years back with our Honda Oddesy Van, She too it in for an oil change and when they were done they recommended to have multiple Fluids flushed and refilled, new filters and wiper blades and some other stuff, she just agreed to the repairs they recommended and diddnt think twice about it.
She did not Notify me prior to the services bieing performed.
Over & 600 and 3 hours my wife got the keys to the van back and head3d home. Half way home the check engine light came on and things only got worse from there..
But anyways back to the dealership store.
My wife told the mechanic or sales guy if he could print out a Recipe of all the recommended services they say needs to be donenand she would sleep on the idea. He gave her a print out and my wofe left the shop. As my wife pulled out of the parking lot and onto the main road she turned her Ac on in the car and it blew only hot air...
My wife Immediately Pulled the car over and called me,
I told her to Relax first of all because she was freaking out, But I told her you need to go straight back to them and ask what they touched when they changed the air bags. So she turned around and went straight back. She asked the guy at the front what they did to our car? He Claims they they did Nothing out of the ordinary and that They never went near anything for the ac unit. He also Made the statement that his Mechanics NEVER EVEN OPENED our Hood, So they couldn't be responsible for our ac unit blowing Hot air. My wife had me on the phone still so I could hear everything he was saying to her.
I told her to just go ahead and bring the car home and I will look at when I got home later.
I also told her when got back in the car that I found Exstremly Funny that the guy Mentioned that they Never even popped our hood and that they were Never inside of our hood where the engine is at and our ac system is located,
Soooooo.... HOW did these Mechanics Get the Bright IDEA that our vehicle Needed All these services if they never popped our Hood?? Lmao.. it's just some dirty tricks to do to alot of people unfortunately.
But Not all Mechanics are Liars and there is a good amount of Honest ones out there, But when the Bosses or the company is On your back and gives you the choice to iether may more money by any means including lieing to the customers or find another Job... it puts them in a Very difficult position.
Have a great day.
Tim.
Thanks for the video. You've made this job look easier than I ever imagined it'd be. I'll be changing my plugs soon.
Congratulations for your presentation, you make it so simple and easy to understand. Thanks RJ!
Great video. Just followed it step-by-step to replace the plugs on my daughters 2007 accord. Thank you.
Dont use anti seize
I like how real your video is, also your communication skills are excellent.
You are a great teacher, thank you for uploading this video :)) I'm changing out my spark plugs on my 2007 accord next week and this video makes it super easy and simple thank you again!
Nice presentation! it's a simple task, but you kept it interesting. The old ones looked just dandy. Being Iridium and IVTEC I just inspect them, but to each his own.
For future reference, NGK Iridium recommends (for an aluminum block such as this one) 18-21.6 ft.lb of torque on the spark plugs.
Mabey his was inch pounds . I made that mistake before 😲Glad I didn’t mess things up
@@heyoldman2003 yea but what he said is equivalent to 13 ftlb
And no anti seize
Why no anti-seize? Please explain.@@donniev8181
I use anti seize just incase only a little bit
Hi RJ, I love your instructional videos! I teach English in Europe. While reading a text, a student once asked me the meaning of "go ahead". He should watch your videos. It is your favorite phrase. Go ahead + keep up the good work.
Mostly in my older videos I think.
Thank you RJ The Bike Guy. It's very useful. Great video
Thanks for the video I was expecting since it was a “newer” modern engine this would be hard
Super easy because of the video. I appreciate your help thank you
Thankyou for this great video which is very informative and of good quality, I needed to know how this was done on my 2003 Accord which i will have to do myself
K24 for the win!
Good video and well done. I've been twisting wrenches on my own cars, trucks and motorcycles for near 50 years. If I've learned anything its that I don't know everything. Contrary to what others have questioned your torque spec is correct. People need to understand this is an aluminum engine. knowing and following manufacturers recommended torque specs is CRITICAL!! And to the one respondent who said he's never used a torque wrench nor felt it necessary?? Wait till the day you strip the plug threads in a $10,000 motor. You have a chance of escaping disaster with a cast iron block.........not so with aluminum. Torque recommendations are backed by many years of knowledge and experience. I'll defer to that experience any day.
Wayne Bowyer You sound like you know your shit! I have a nice torque wrench, but what about the extension and deep socket? Will my wrench be accurate? Doing this same job in a few days!
And that's why NGK recommend not to use anti-sieze. It can change the torque figure by up to 20%
@@MattBlack6 it comes threaded ready to go from the manufacturer.
Thanks for the detailed video. Very easy to follow
I just bought a torque wrench to do it myself, thanks for the tutorial.
Great video. Big help. Needed a refresher. engine looks great.
VERY...Very good video! I can replace my own spark plugs from this video! Instructions on point 💯
Thanks for making this video.
I learn alot today by watching your video
I'm gonna install NGK Iridium spark plugs on my '06 Accord too.😋
Excellent video sir. Thank you.
Thank god for you man !!
Helpful. Thank you very much!
Thank you for teaching us .. I am Grateful for you teaching us , so I can be able to do for myself ..
Thank you for the show
thanks for video,you are very good, when people make videos and stand and talk about their old 96 Cutlass and all that stuff it's not for me
Absolutely the best instructional on youtube on replacing spark plugs!
Thanks Dad you helped me
Perfectly clear -- thank you! And thanks to Jesse C. for the note on the anti-seize.
Great Video . Thank U . If U dont have the torque wrench . How would u do it ??
Thanks alot my man. Your car looks super clean inside you brush the dust off frequently?
I liked the video, but I would like to add that NGK plates their spark plug threads with a trivalent plating. This is done so that the plugs can be put in dry and come undone later without any issues. NGK actually recommends you not put anti-seize on the threads as it can alter the torque value by up to 20%. I know a lot of people that still do use anti-seize, but at least for NGK it's not a necessity.
Jesse Crandle so for NGK spark plugs you don't use anti-seize on the spark plugs then?
@@alancarrillo156 That is correct. They are coated from the factory and other manufactures do this as well. It's nothing you can visibly see like you would with grease. The plugs should be set to 13 pounds of torque.
@@greenpea9412 question dude, so did this guys torque his correct he said some like 156 inch pounds?? U replied as 13 pounds? Can u just explain and do u have to use a torque wrench? I have a Honda 2004 accord , and I thought they came gauged already?
@@greenpea9412 SHIT that's my fault dude, I think he was converting 156 inches to 13 foot pounds. If I'm not mistaking. Thanks
The 156 he mentioned was in newton meters. That's the equivilant to 11.5 foot pounds of torque. The Honda spec is 13 pounds of torque or you could say 176 newton meters. It's simply the conversion from "foot pounds" to "newton meters". Honestly I always use what the manufacture suggest and in this case it's 13 pounds of torque. @@all4onejerzy94
thank you for great vid
The Autolite XP series (Iridium) also work very well in this car - XP5224. I have something like 350K miles on them in multiple Odys and my Accord.
Just saw these on autozone need some for my 2007Honda Accord do I have to change anything with these or are they perfect just how they are
@@ericko8789 They are perfect the way they are, they come pregapped.
@@christopherhaak9824 thanks for the reply
Is it necessary to add a light coating of dielectric grease to inside of ignition boot? Some videos recommend this.
Good video RJ..
I used Denso plugs on my Honda 07 Odyssey and On my 2011 MDX.
Do I have to use a torch wrench? Or am I good tightening it firmly by hand?
Is the gap/spacer on the spark plug important? Does it comes preset gap with the plugs?
awesome video !!!
what do you use for spraying the air? Is that required? where can i buy that air spray? Also where can I buy the gauge for the wrench that measure pressure?
very helpful video. I have a question for you though. why not just fix the gap in the sparkplugs? you have the tool there and that is what it is for. why return them?
Thanks for the video. My accord is about to turn 254K with the original plugs. Same gas mileage as when it came off the showroom floor and no emissions problems. I think you're replacing them prematurely.
Spark plugs are supposed to be replaced every 100,000 miles.
Calbenmike Understood, but I think that's premature. Check them every 100K sure. I know of people that have driven 600K on the original set of plugs.
A lot of these car maintenance recommendations are scams, IMO. My Accord now has 285K now. Still the same plugs.
Seriously, 100K is more than enough expect from a set of plugs. Just replace them already.
RJ The Bike Guy Why replace something that's perfectly functional?
@@z28kindaguy spark plugs wear out on lawn mowers and atvs so im sure they do on cars ... Replace them asap
Thanks Man, very helplful😊😉.
Thank you I learn how to remove and attach due to video.
✔Great video💯How do u keep under the hood so clean? I just subscribed to ur channel man great video. I hope u have a video non coolant and antifreeze drain and change.
Do I need a deep 10mm socket for the second and third coils because of the post things on them?
Thank you so much 💯
What brand were those factory coil plugs, Hitachi?
just saved me $60 bucks. thanks
Im so glad i swotchdd to Honda. I came to this video wondering how much i would need to spend for a special extension or how much my knuckles would bleed. But it's literally right on top, which im confused as to why all cars dont do this but whatever 😊
Didn't trust my (mechanical) torque wrench (looks similar to the one used in the video, but perhaps less accurate at smaller measurements (and with a bigger scale range?)), so after the first plug I followed the Honda manual which said if you don't have a torque wrench to just do 2/3 of a full clockwise rotation after the plug was seated against the engine. Seems like the old ones were in pretty solid (I wonder if they bothered to use a torque wrench), so we shall see... Also skipped the anit-sieze parts. Otherwise smooth as cake. Thanks RJ!
thank you so much for the great video .........the dealer wants $240.00 to install 4 plugs!!!!!!!!
Ouch!
What is the mileage that I should replace my spark plugs? I didn’t see mileage specified for spark plugs in my owners manual. (Sorry if someone already asked)
What's the tool you used in this video where would I buy them
Your torque spec of 156 in/lb, is that 60% of what NGK recommends because of the anti-seize your using? NGK site states 18.0-21.6 Ft/LB - equal to about 240 in/lb. without anti-seize. Thanks.
Good video, I'll be doing this soon on a 02 CR-V with the same engine
Thanks for taking the guess work out of doing this...gonna do mine tomorrow morning.
...Good to know...thanks,,,
Quick tip. NGK recommends you do not use anti seize on their spark plugs. To know if you should use anti seize call the company of your spark plugs and ask them!
True, the NGK threads come nickel plated, but a small amount of antiseize is OK (less than he used here). It doesn't hurt anything if you use a small -repeat, small amount.
I use just a tiny bit of anti-seize and I know my Torque Wrench also when torquing do not use a swivel for Torguing, use the socket that is intended for torquing your car and torque Wrench and also use the right extension for torque wrench and socket
Thanks, thanks, thanks!
Theres like 5 diffirent types of ngk spark plugs I can buy for my 2003 honda accord ex 4 cylinder...which ones do I choose??
Go to NGK's site and look up which one they recommend for your car.
I think I can do it thanks guys
legend.
Even scotty Kilmer advises NOT TO USE the anti seize on those platinum plugs. I also looked it up on TH-cam and a few others advised NOT TO use it on the platinum plugs..
Mikey Mattioni What is the reason? The spark plugs I took out today were so rusted from the thread, so lucky they came out in one piece without damaging the threads.
@@aldocraycray Idk all I can say is that I've done some research and came to the conclusion that it's not worth using
@@mikelund57 Well I'll keep you updated if I get any problems with anti-seize on the spark plug thread (which I doubt). People will always find a way to blame stuff
@@aldocraycray NGK Says Not to Use Anti Seize on their Plugs because they add a Finish to the Threads during Manufacturing that prevents Seizing and Corrosion. They also say using Anti Seize can lead to Over Torquing because it is a Lubricant and changes the Tolerances of the Threads.
Yup, most plugs come already with a anti seize coating on them already.
How do I know how much torque is needed in a 2008 Acura TSX?
According to the manual the spark plugs need to be torqued to 13 ft lbs. Use NGK IZFR6K-11 or Denso SKJ20DR-M11. Manual does not mention anything about anti seize.
you used the key number how many to loosen the spark plugs. (how many melimeter)
Is anti seize needed with NGK plugs that have special metal plating on them? I read on their site using anti seize affects the torquing of the plug. Thanks
+SlickFootTito Up to you. I like to use it. Notice that a couple of the old NGK plugs were pretty rough when I pulled them out.
+RJ The Bike Guy So Honda probably didnt use anti seize on the plugs from the factory. With those tougher plugs to get it out, any concern of breaking them?
Hopefully not.
The spark plug gap is .044 in and can be adjusted on IR or Platinum plugs with a tool that bends only the electrode.
Laser Iridium come pre gapped
Thankyou!
NGK actually recommends not using anti seize on their plugs but usually you should use it
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This was helpful. I wonder if this help my 07 ACCORD with same engine @93k miles from consuming fuel so fast. I filled up my tank just to drive around town I only drove 275 miles and it only lasted 4 days. Do you think I might need a tune up? I bought my Accord for $3000 with 91k miles back on July 2.
I know in my 06 2.4L, one tank will roughly get me about the milage you described and if i really stretch it out (as in deep with the red line on the fuel gauge) i can get just over 300 miles per tank.
P.S. My 06 Accord is at 140,000 miles, just for comparison.
have you tried a different oil company? I get more miles from costco gas 87 octane. Are driving below 2k rpm? Get NEW Tires that also get more mileage.
Jason Chan I have new tires and I drive a lot of short trips which consist mostly of driving in the city. I use regular unleaded gas (there's no need for me to use anything higher as there isn't really any benefit since i don't have a performance car). As for my driving habits, I tend to have a lead foot which I know definitely decreases my MPG, but I've accepted that.
Should I replace the ignition coils too? Do those get worn out?
Everything wears out eventually, but you'll know if the coils are bad, engine won't run well.
do the coils need to be put back in order? how do I know which order to put them in if I took all of the spark plugs out at once before placing the coils back on?
Rey Zerna Mark them 1,2,3,4, keep them in a row, do one at a time!
NGK sells two types of laser Iridium for my 2003 Honda Accord 2.4 liter. One the gap is preset to 0.044 and the other is set to 0.052. Which one do I buy?
0.044 = Federal Emissions
0.052 = California Emissions
For a vehicle of this year, do you have to keep in mind the firing order? If so, can you explain how you adjust for that, thanks.
***** Since there are no spark plug wires going to a distributor to deal with, you really don't need to know the firing order to do this.
Thanks!
Contrary to popular belief "high performance" spark plugs are NOT a good idea, especially on modern vehicles which are tuned specifically for a desired output. Often times this output is best or possibly only achieved with the exact original plugs used when the car left the factory.
A little side story, back in '83 my parents unknowingly bought "high performance" spark plugs and put in a 4 cylinder Ford Mustang. The spark plugs created a hotter spark which caused premature detonation of the fuel, the resulting knock was so severe it actually bent a rod in the motor. Might seem silly, might sound foolish, you might think they're idiots, but in the end the idea is that substituting a spark plug for a non OEM recommended plug on a stock motor is almost guaranteed to suffer performance and mileage if not damage.
haha, you're illiterate ;)
Those NGK Iridium are OEM plugs that come stock with the car.
Are these good cars? I'm looking at one currently, a 2007, and they want 10k for it. It's got 75k miles. Yay or nay? You think it could last a while?
WAY too much money for a 2007. WAY too much. They are great cars though. I've had five of them.
hope this works for my Accord 2003EX
metrixalix did it ? Lol If u remember cuz I'm doing mines this week ??
Hey RJ I have a 2009 same motor will this method work on that also?
+Michael Murphy I am guessing it will be similar if not the same.
+RJ The Bike Guy thank you I'll so mine in the morning God bless you
how much do you tighten it by hand if you don't have the torque wrench .. or is the torque wrench absolutely necessary ?
d jones I know this is really late but you don't need a torque wrench to tighten these up, just get a good feel of it and just don't overdo it.
Rumer1 never too late bro .. I'm kinda a newbie to the car repairs but with my confidence and learning hands on attitude I'm fixing up my 2003 accord ex ... from left axle seal ,right axle , front rotor ,caliber and pads and eight wheel bearing .. now back to the question i had lol did u tighten up yours by hand . And if so did u have any problems afterwards?
How can you know it’s time to change the spark plug?
At what miles do I replace spark plugs for 07 accord?, 4 cylinders.
Great video, informative and helpful.
i like to change them every other tune up.
100,000 miles....Iridium plugs last a LONG time.
How long does the socket extension have to be? Can I get away with a 6 inch extension? Will it reach the spark plug?
Maybe. Not sure. Try it.
@@RJTheBikeGuy how long was you're in the video mate?
I was ready about NGK plugs have some kind of anti sees already on the new plugs .. good plan …..BUT .. the thought of the threads coming out with the spark plug next time I change them kinda freak me out .. I’ve read you can not see it in the new plugs … So …. Hmmmm I’ll Google it 🤷🏼♂️ just in case . The internet always speaks the truth 😆 hahaha
Whats the name of all the tools used?
You need metric sockets for the nuts and bolts on the cover. An inexpensive 3/8 inch drive socket set goes for about $10. You need a spark plug socket that fits your plug. For the Honda engine in the video, that's a 5/8 ths hex with a 3/8f drive. (Assuming you're using a 3/8 ths drive ratchet. You need a torque wrench, and I discovered my local auto parts store has loaners -- expensive torque wrench that is free if you return it within the specified time. That loaner torque wrench has a 1/2 inch drive, so I had to buy a 1/5 inch female to 3/8 ths drive, since I already had the spark plug socket. The little compressed air cans you use on your computer are helpful if you don't have shop air. Blow out contaminants around the site before you begin, after you expose the plugs, and again after the old plug is removed.
몇 mm 렌치가 필요한가요?
With or without low emission?? HELP
I have a 2007 Accord 2.4 liter / 4 cylinder.
I was charged just under 1 hour labor to have the spark plugs replaced (80% of an hour to be exact), with NGK Iridiums. Does that seem fair to you? Just checking the honesty/fairness of my mechanic.
It would have been much cheaper for you to do them yourself if you have the tools and the confidence that you can do this right. If you are uncertain/afraid of messing something up, I would take it to a shop that knows what they are doing.
You actually don’t have to disconnect any of those plugs from the coils. That long rubber conduit lifts right up, with all the cables attached.
But to clean them or inspect them more thoroughly, you need to take them all out
I wouldn’t recommend using a Gaber on brand new spark if the packaging wasn’t damaged or dropped they should be fine
Do not use anti seize. It effects the torque specs.
Find out the GAP and check it at the auto parts store so you don't have to bring them back if the gap isn't right.
Motor City Man or use a GAP gauge and set it yourself because thats all the part store did to mine.
A-State Lawn Service yeah the gauges are only like 2 bucks
How long is the drive on the 10mm bit?
What do you mean?
+RJ The Bike Guy Nevermind. I got another 10mm that was longer than the one in the set.
Is their auto gearbox reliable on this cars?
Hell yes.
thank u do responding
mine has SULEV.. is it the same spark plugs that your using?
Your can may use different plugs than mine. Check the NGK website or your local auto parts store.
RJ The Bike Guy I did...yes it's different plugs exclusively on SULEV (SuperUltraLowEmmissionVihicles)Thanks!
Sulev requires the plugs with a wider gap. Izfr6k13 instead of izfr6k11.
6774 sulev California emissions