Changing V6 Spark plugs - Page 2

chitown alex · 06-04-2008

WOW! the same exact coil did the same to me!!! You have to give it a twist a couple of times before pulling... I learned the hard way too.

supaaafly · 08-01-2008

dud that hurt. I was on the highway when that happen to me, talking about smoke OMG. i had to get the car towed to the dealer. Guess what? the part wasn't in the US. I had to wait 3 weeks, for a part the cost $37.99

chitown alex · 08-02-2008

Doesn't that suck! You know it really pisses me off when the dealer does things like that! So I guess it would be WAY to easy for them to just call another dealer, even if it was out of state to get the part? Making a person wait three weeks for a common part is just stupid in my opinion

4XMotion · 09-02-2008

I think there is specialized to remove the coil packs. But when I changed my plugs I took a wire hanger and bent into a "U" shape and I worked great to remove some of those stubborn coil packs.

It seems like the ones closest to the cowl must get moisture leaked down into the plug and causes the corrosion on the coilpack.

**Vegas Matt** · 09-02-2008

I just used a couple layers of paper towel and a pair of pliers to pull mine out. No "special" tool required. Gave it a gentle twist while pulling them and they came out without issues

Matt

chitown alex · 09-02-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegas Matt

I just used a couple layers of paper towel and a pair of pliers to pull mine out. No "special" tool required. Gave it a gentle twist while pulling them and they came out without issues

Matt

Stealership uses a special tool. They tried to "get me" and say I couldn't remove them without it. I did the same thing Matt, pliers and patience.

alger0302 · 09-02-2008

i agree. i bought the special tool which looks pro but when i tried to remove the 3rd and 5th coil, there is no way the factory tool would do the job. can't go into it. then i realised best tool is the plier and gently constant pull. i've admit, the factory tool is useful but not apply to 3rd and 5th coil which got limited access.

DIY SPARK PLUG is great. if you enjoy to work on your car. it is fun and save lots of $$$$$$

cheers

Baido · 09-03-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by alger0302

i bought the special tool which looks pro

can you please post a pic of that tool. or tell us where you got it from?
thanks

nltomba · 09-04-2008

I just used my hands only. A little twisting and then a strong steady pull and they pooped out (on V8 )

vw hack · 09-05-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baido

OMG!

now this is gonna hurt!
sorry to see this buddy

in my country we have a saying, its kaput.

06-04-2008	#11
chitown alex Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 586 Images: 17	WOW! the same exact coil did the same to me!!! You have to give it a twist a couple of times before pulling... I learned the hard way too. __________________ Gotta live for the moment...tomorrow is not promised

08-02-2008	#13
chitown alex Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 586 Images: 17	Doesn't that suck! You know it really pisses me off when the dealer does things like that! So I guess it would be WAY to easy for them to just call another dealer, even if it was out of state to get the part? Making a person wait three weeks for a common part is just stupid in my opinion __________________ Gotta live for the moment...tomorrow is not promised

09-02-2008	#14
4XMotion Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: US Virgin Islands Posts: 176	I think there is specialized to remove the coil packs. But when I changed my plugs I took a wire hanger and bent into a "U" shape and I worked great to remove some of those stubborn coil packs. It seems like the ones closest to the cowl must get moisture leaked down into the plug and causes the corrosion on the coilpack. __________________ 2004 V6 Silver Blue/Anthracite, Burlwood and leather steeringwheel, ipod adapter, phone button contolled bluetooth, V8 Bling (pedals,Chrome lower grille trim, Chrome bumper step plate, lower rear bumper valance, and V8 Tips.) 20" Atheo Replicas, Rear spoiler, Painted lowers and Covered Dash cubby.

09-02-2008	#15
Vegas Matt Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Henderson/Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,164	I just used a couple layers of paper towel and a pair of pliers to pull mine out. No "special" tool required. Gave it a gentle twist while pulling them and they came out without issues Matt __________________ 2005 V6, Shadow Blue/Kristal Grey, Package 1 (Xenons/Sound 1), self-installed OEM Hitch, BlitzSafe Aux Adapter "I live in an RV. If it breaks down, I'm home. 'When you moving?' 'When I get a new radiator hose.'" - Mitch Hedberg

09-04-2008	#19
nltomba Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SW Missouri Posts: 644	I just used my hands only. A little twisting and then a strong steady pull and they pooped out (on V8 ) __________________ own 2004 V8 touareg, nav, air suspension

08-01-2008	#12
supaaafly Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 9	dud that hurt. I was on the highway when that happen to me, talking about smoke OMG. i had to get the car towed to the dealer. Guess what? the part wasn't in the US. I had to wait 3 weeks, for a part the cost $37.99

09-02-2008	#17
alger0302 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: melbourne,australia Posts: 14	i agree. i bought the special tool which looks pro but when i tried to remove the 3rd and 5th coil, there is no way the factory tool would do the job. can't go into it. then i realised best tool is the plier and gently constant pull. i've admit, the factory tool is useful but not apply to 3rd and 5th coil which got limited access. DIY SPARK PLUG is great. if you enjoy to work on your car. it is fun and save lots of $$$$$$ cheers

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