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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 12:30 AM
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Default rookie trying to change sparkplugs!

Hello from a complete novice mechanic!

I decided that $150 was too much to spend at a shop for a sparkplug replacement on my 2005 Accent, so I'm going to try it myself. Everything looks pretty straightforward except the "gap" part. I just picked up some Champion RC10YC4 plugs at the store ($7!!!) and am almost ready to go to work. Just looking for a little encouragement from an expert, and any tips on the process (especially regarding any gap adjustment I need to do).

Sincerely,

-A broke student who hopes he doesn't ruin his car!
 
Old Nov 10, 2007 | 06:44 PM
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Don't forget to add a small amount of anti-seize to the threads of the plugs. Always use anti-seize on the plugs when the cylinder heads are aluminum.
 
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