Spark plugs to tight cant get off - Honda Pilot

mike688 · 03-22-2006, 10:19 PM

Hi, i just recently changed the sparkplugs on my crv and i think i over tightened it and cant get them off now. Any tips on taking them off.

jdeanski · 03-22-2006, 10:32 PM

Try removing them with the engine warm. Also never install sparkplugs without a little anti-seize on the threads.

mike688 · 03-22-2006, 10:42 PM

Hi, there
By the way i did use anti-seize. But i just over tighten it. Any tips on taking it out without doing damage. I am afriad it will snap the sparkplug if i go to strong on them.

andyschneider · 03-22-2006, 11:22 PM

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Originally posted by mike688
Hi, there
By the way i did use anti-seize. But i just over tighten it. Any tips on taking it out without doing damage. I am afriad it will snap the sparkplug if i go to strong on them.

Make sure that the socket is seated on the plug, and try taking them off smoothly. If the wrench won't budge, tap the wrench just a bit while making sure the socket is seated - sometimes this tapping instead of a steady turn will act a bit like an impact wrench and break enough of the seal tension to loosen it up. Don't hit the wrench hard - tap it with another wrench or a screwdriver. If all else fails, bring it to a mechanic, tell them whatyou did - chances are they've removed them before...

andy

N_Jay · 03-23-2006, 08:27 AM

1) get a good socket.

You might break the insulator on the plug, but you won't break the hex head, so don't worry.

2) Try a hot engine, and then cool the plug with some "freeze spray". First put some WD-40 or the like around the base to soak in when you cool the plug.

3) If you have the type of spark plug socket with a hex head at the back, try a tire cross bar wrench, so you can turn the plug without pulling to any side.

You will pull the threads out of the head (aluminum) before you hurt the plug, but that is not a good thing either.

Oh, by the way, Don't over tighten spark plugs!

03-22-2006, 10:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
mike688 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada, Ont, Toronto Posts: 192 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Spark plugs to tight cant get off Hi, i just recently changed the sparkplugs on my crv and i think i over tightened it and cant get them off now. Any tips on taking them off. __________________ 04 Ex-L (silver) OEM - crossbars, mudflaps, winter mats, OEM Side Steps Chrome exhaust tips. 99 Crv Ex 90 Civic dx

03-22-2006, 10:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
jdeanski Drill Here, Drill Now Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,839 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Try removing them with the engine warm. Also never install sparkplugs without a little anti-seize on the threads. __________________ 2004 Starlight Silver, OEM Self installed accessories: Rear Splash Guards, Running Boards, Trailer Hitch with Wiring Harness, Auto Dim Mirror, Cargo Tray, Chrome Exhaust Tips. Non OEM self installed: PIAA Extreme White Headlight Bulbs, USA Spec 6 Disc OEM type Changer, Polk db 65 speakers in front and rear doors, K&N Filter, Hardwired Valentine V1, Redline Water Wetter, Weathertech License Plate Frame, In Channel Weatherflectors, Audiovox Express, Catch-All Premium Mats, Michelin Cross Terrain's, Real Rosewood Dash Kit from Sherwood, Fullsize Spare, Bosch Micro Edge Excel Wiper Blades, T-Rex Billet Grill, Mobil 1 0w20 Oil, TYC clear taillights, garmin nuvi 660 1984 Jeep CJ7 2004 Pontiac Vibe

03-22-2006, 10:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
mike688 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada, Ont, Toronto Posts: 192 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hi, there By the way i did use anti-seize. But i just over tighten it. Any tips on taking it out without doing damage. I am afriad it will snap the sparkplug if i go to strong on them. __________________ 04 Ex-L (silver) OEM - crossbars, mudflaps, winter mats, OEM Side Steps Chrome exhaust tips. 99 Crv Ex 90 Civic dx

03-23-2006, 08:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
N_Jay Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Chicago, NW Burbs Posts: 13,545 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	1) get a good socket. You might break the insulator on the plug, but you won't break the hex head, so don't worry. 2) Try a hot engine, and then cool the plug with some "freeze spray". First put some WD-40 or the like around the base to soak in when you cool the plug. 3) If you have the type of spark plug socket with a hex head at the back, try a tire cross bar wrench, so you can turn the plug without pulling to any side. You will pull the threads out of the head (aluminum) before you hurt the plug, but that is not a good thing either. Oh, by the way, Don't over tighten spark plugs! __________________ However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results. Sir Winston Churchill

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