how to change spark plugs?

[captainpie]

Hi all,

any advice / guides on how to change the spark plugs on a 172 ph2 clio? It has been suggested I change them, along with the inlet manifold gasket, by the local garage when I popped in there yesterday.

also, any recommendations on what spark plugs to get (oem or after-market?) and where I might be able to find a part code for the inlet manifold gasket would be much appreciated!

 

[Budgie]

On a 172.

Battery out.
Airbox out.
Upper inlet off (6x 10mm bolts) and sensors etc.
HT leads off.
Undo plugs.

 

[captainpie]

wicked! cheers mate

any recommendation on whether to get standard or better spark plugs?

and where the inlet manifold gasket goes?

 

[Budgie]

There is a specific plug people recommend using. I'm not sure which though.

Manifold gasket is between the upper and lower inlet. You'll see it when you take the upper off.

I've always reused them though- you'll be alright to do a visual check on it. If it looks fucked, get it swapped.

 

[MartinR]

NGK PFR6E-10

No need to remove the battery just disconnect it

 

[captainpie]

nice one guys, a little job for the weekend!