i would like to make a spreadsheet of all the items i need to keep track of and swap out. i do not know much about cars, but i would like to know when something comes due and that it needs to be changed out. the only thing i really already know is the oil change every 3000 miles, but what about spark plugs, filter and the rest? thanks for all your answers!What are all the items i need to constantly change for my car and how often?for example: spark plugs, oil etc?It really depends on the car but a general rule of thumb is, oil and oil filter at every 3k, engine and cabin air filters every 15k, fuel filter every 15-20k, spark plugs 30k for regular, 60-90k for most platinum spark plugs, PCV valve 15k, rotate tires and check brakes 5-6k, lube chassis, suspension and locks 15k, check tire pressures weekly, check lighting weekly and replace wiper blades annually. Belts and hoses should be replaced at 60k or 6yrs and timing belts range from 60-110k if equipped and depending on year, make and model. Sorry, almost left out the transmission fluid, 15k if you tow and 25k under normal conditions.What are all the items i need to constantly change for my car and how often?for example: spark plugs, oil etc?It should be in your owners manual.
If you don't have one, someone may be able to tell you if you clue us into what kind of car you have as different cars have different requirements.What are all the items i need to constantly change for my car and how often?for example: spark plugs, oil etc?Ideally, the air filter should be checked everytime you fill up at the pump, but of course the world isn't ideal. You should check it at least once a month because I'm sure your driving areas can change in that time frame, thus exposing your filter to different elements.
I would check everything else (spark plugs, all other fluids, hoses, PCV valve, etc) every 15,000 miles to be safe, and change them out if it looks abnormal. Your manufacturer should provide you with a time frame of service intervals for each thing in the owners manual.What are all the items i need to constantly change for my car and how often?for example: spark plugs, oil etc?if it is an auto trans you need to change the filter in it every 250,000 miles unless you don't mind buying a new one
and changing your fuel filter at 50,000 time should buy you some more time on the fuelpump they are genarelly300 bucks or better so that being said BUY a chilton it will help answer these questions with out the sar casum
Friday, September 23, 2011
I have a 95 camaro 6cycle when i changedthe spark plugs i had to remove alternator How do the brackets fit?
Need to know how the altertator brackets go back on the alternator. I have looked at autozone and they were no help.I have a 95 camaro 6cycle when i changedthe spark plugs i had to remove alternator How do the brackets fit?try a chiltons manual or google that will help good luck,I have a 95 camaro 6cycle when i changedthe spark plugs i had to remove alternator How do the brackets fit?go back to autozone and look in the chiltons manual that they have it will give a diagram.I have a 95 camaro 6cycle when i changedthe spark plugs i had to remove alternator How do the brackets fit?Always draw or take a pic of your project before you dew it...lol.I got camcorder and it helps on my 94 RS.The pivot bolt is by the power steering pump.the adjusting nut is for the front of the alternator.Wiring in the back
How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?
I have a 1997 chevy lumina that is a V6 that only has 3 ignition coils and i think that one is bad.How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?you can get a spark plug tester-- it looks like a little screw driver. Ask the parts man at the auto store about them. Obd11 scan of the ECM should show a trouble code for it.
It could all boil down to a few bad /broken spark plugs.How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?i was tought a little trick by along time gm mechanic . pull the two plug wires off the same coil have some one roll the motor over if it throws a spark between the two posts that coil is good it worked for me on a 92 lumina 3.1How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?get a dianostic test. or take it to a auto parts store call first to see who can check it.
It could all boil down to a few bad /broken spark plugs.How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?i was tought a little trick by along time gm mechanic . pull the two plug wires off the same coil have some one roll the motor over if it throws a spark between the two posts that coil is good it worked for me on a 92 lumina 3.1How do you test ignition coils that are 2 spark plugs to a coil?get a dianostic test. or take it to a auto parts store call first to see who can check it.
Spark Plugs Foot Pound Torque on 96 Corolla?
I have a 1996 Corolla and the spark plugs needs to be changed. I plan on changing the plugs myself, and feel that I must use a torque wrench to tighten the plugs. Does anyone know how many pounds I'm suppose to torque it up to ?Spark Plugs Foot Pound Torque on 96 Corolla?10-12 foot pounds no more than that on any head especially one with aluminum heads and threads,and use anti seize on them so they wont be hard to take out the next time,good luck.Spark Plugs Foot Pound Torque on 96 Corolla?Precise torquing of spark plugs is totally unnecessary.
Hold the head of the ratchet in the palm of your hand
Tighten till it is snug - this will be approximately 10-12ft/lbs
then tighten 1/8 turn further using the handle.Spark Plugs Foot Pound Torque on 96 Corolla?13 ft.lb (by the book).
Hold the head of the ratchet in the palm of your hand
Tighten till it is snug - this will be approximately 10-12ft/lbs
then tighten 1/8 turn further using the handle.Spark Plugs Foot Pound Torque on 96 Corolla?13 ft.lb (by the book).
How can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?
The front 3 are fairly easy to get to, but the remaining three are much more difficult?
Is there something I need to know?How can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?hey bro They are a little mean to get to. You need to take out the motor mount bolt and have a piece of 2-4 about 11 inc long Pull the COOL motor up (you can do it by hand) hold it up with the 2-4 and go to work. Its not all that bad to do. Bro you should get yourself a book at autozone or somewhere------it will make yor life easier. good luckHow can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?To change the plugs in my wife's Voyager, I have to jack the car up and get to them from underneath the van.How can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?if its a 3.1 some of those motors can be easily pivoted forward so u can access rear , should be a motor mount right near top of rad , unbolt it and then there should be another place on top of motor ( a bracket ) that you can insert a pry bar and when u pull towards yourself ( in front of car ) motor should rotate towards u , allowing u to change plugshair clippers dog
Is there something I need to know?How can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?hey bro They are a little mean to get to. You need to take out the motor mount bolt and have a piece of 2-4 about 11 inc long Pull the COOL motor up (you can do it by hand) hold it up with the 2-4 and go to work. Its not all that bad to do. Bro you should get yourself a book at autozone or somewhere------it will make yor life easier. good luckHow can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?To change the plugs in my wife's Voyager, I have to jack the car up and get to them from underneath the van.How can I change the spark plugs in my 1994 Chevy Corsica?if its a 3.1 some of those motors can be easily pivoted forward so u can access rear , should be a motor mount right near top of rad , unbolt it and then there should be another place on top of motor ( a bracket ) that you can insert a pry bar and when u pull towards yourself ( in front of car ) motor should rotate towards u , allowing u to change plugs
How do I change the spark plugs on my 1999 Mercury Tracer?
No, I don't know the details about the engine. (It's an LS, the car, if that helps or matters.) Yes, I could take it to a mechanic if I had to, but I work weird hours and hardly ever have time available for that, and besides, I'd really just like to learn to do it myself.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.How do I change the spark plugs on my 1999 Mercury Tracer?Without knowing the specifics of the vehicle, and becaus eno-one else has tried to help you yet, I'll do my best. I assume this is the first time you'll be doing this job.
Pop-off the spark plug wires, one at a time. These are the (black probably) thick cables that seem to spider accross the motor. Under each one is a spark plug. If I remember the tracer corrdectly, it has a 4 cylinder front wheel drive motor, so the plug (and wires) will lead either to the verfy center of your valve cover, in a horizontal line, or just above your exhaust manifold.
Now, like I said, do one at a time so that you don't mix up wires. Pop off the far left cable (grab the end 'boot' and pull. Now, using a spark plug socket (it will be designated on the side as such, having a protective and 'sticky' piece of rubber in it) put the socket onto the spark plug. SLOWLY 9as to not break the ceramic plug) apply force counter clock-wise until the plug come loose (this may require quite some force). Now, 'gap' your new spark plug (call your local autoparts store if you need help). To install, use a piece of rubber hose and stick the end of the plug (the screw on metal and ceramic part) into the hose. Screw in the plug using the hose, so that there won't be anough pressure to strip the threads on the head incase you do it wrong. After you're sure it's in straight, use the socket and install it securely. To install, you the same size socket, only without the rubber piece in it (other wise the socket may become stuck to the plug). Tighten it snugly, very tight without stripping the threads. After this is done, 'pop' the plug wire back on, and move on to the next. 10 minuts later, you have brand new plugs, meaning more power and better fuel economy.
Don't get psyched out, this is an incredibly easy procedure, and with these instrustion you can now do it on nearly every vehicle produces since the '60s
Any help will be greatly appreciated.How do I change the spark plugs on my 1999 Mercury Tracer?Without knowing the specifics of the vehicle, and becaus eno-one else has tried to help you yet, I'll do my best. I assume this is the first time you'll be doing this job.
Pop-off the spark plug wires, one at a time. These are the (black probably) thick cables that seem to spider accross the motor. Under each one is a spark plug. If I remember the tracer corrdectly, it has a 4 cylinder front wheel drive motor, so the plug (and wires) will lead either to the verfy center of your valve cover, in a horizontal line, or just above your exhaust manifold.
Now, like I said, do one at a time so that you don't mix up wires. Pop off the far left cable (grab the end 'boot' and pull. Now, using a spark plug socket (it will be designated on the side as such, having a protective and 'sticky' piece of rubber in it) put the socket onto the spark plug. SLOWLY 9as to not break the ceramic plug) apply force counter clock-wise until the plug come loose (this may require quite some force). Now, 'gap' your new spark plug (call your local autoparts store if you need help). To install, use a piece of rubber hose and stick the end of the plug (the screw on metal and ceramic part) into the hose. Screw in the plug using the hose, so that there won't be anough pressure to strip the threads on the head incase you do it wrong. After you're sure it's in straight, use the socket and install it securely. To install, you the same size socket, only without the rubber piece in it (other wise the socket may become stuck to the plug). Tighten it snugly, very tight without stripping the threads. After this is done, 'pop' the plug wire back on, and move on to the next. 10 minuts later, you have brand new plugs, meaning more power and better fuel economy.
Don't get psyched out, this is an incredibly easy procedure, and with these instrustion you can now do it on nearly every vehicle produces since the '60s
How to get to back spark plugs on a 1996 Windstar?
I don't have a way to get to it from the bottom. Someone told me it can be accessed from the top. He had done it before. But how? What do I remove to get to it? Complicated?How to get to back spark plugs on a 1996 Windstar?Yeah you can get them from the top. Just remove the upper intake plenum.How to get to back spark plugs on a 1996 Windstar?Try taking off the front tire and and go thru the fender well.How to get to back spark plugs on a 1996 Windstar?I assume you own a lift, I would rack the vehicle and put it up on the hoist, after that, simply use a ratchet and some wobbly extensions, once on a lift it isn't that difficult.
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