Changing spark plugs on Santa Fe
 

I decided to change the plugs in my 2003 Santa Fe 2.7 V6 and much to my dismay found that the 3 plugs on the back side are virtually impossible to get to without quite a bit of disassembly. Anyone know of any way around taking off half of the intake system?

RE: Changing spark plugs on Santa Fe
 

unfortunately no although you can do it keeping the pipes on the throttle body on.Easy way i find is to undo the bolts in the center of the inlet and the 3 bolts at the back supporting the manifold and it should give you enough clearance to get to the plugs(careful not to damage the ht leads):D

RE: Changing spark plugs on Santa Fe
 

Will this save the gasket or will I need to replace the gasket?

RE: Changing spark plugs on Santa Fe
 

no mate you can re use the gasket.