How to replace spark plugs on Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain?

You will find Spark Plugs located threaded into the top (3.6L V6) or the side (3.4L V6) of each Cylinder Head, so remove the air intake duct for a 3.6L V6; otherwise, you can check it out from here! You will need specific tools including spark plug socket, extension, and gap gauge for adjusting the gaps as required. It is recommended not to start until the engine is completely cold. Examine new plugs for defects and adjust their gaps using a gauge whose measurements are provided in the gap specifications section. Carefully bend the side electrode without breaking off any porcelain insulator if required. Avoid scratching these platinum or iridium coatings on these electrodes. If your engine is a 3.6L V 6 take out ignition coils or rather untwist boots and pull them off since in case of having a 3.4 L V 6 engine remove spark plug wires by simply twisting and pulling off boots." Use compressed air around plugs in order to avoid any dirt falling into cylinders."Fit spark plug socket over plug to be removed, turn counterclockwise and then compare against chart supplied showing how engine should run." A thin coat of anti-seize compound should be applied before installing new plugs."Install a new plug into hole, thread it tight with torque wrench / ratchet using short piece rubber hose for assistance". Finally put back ignition coil or set spark plug wire on each other after you have done this process for all remaining spark plugs.

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GMC Terrain Spark Plug

The Spark Plug of GMC Terrain vehicles' functions include sparking a fire that helps in the burning of the fuel/air mixture in the vehicle's engine. This component is made up of a central electrode, metal terminal, and ceramic insulator surrounded by a steel casing. The Spark Plugs available in the market usually include copper core, platinum, iridium, and double platinum Spark Plugs that are somewhat durable and performs well as per the applications and the ignition system. The ignition coil transforms the voltage supplied by the battery to high voltage to produce the spark which ignites the air-fuel mixture, Spark Plugs firing at least hundreds of times per minute while the engine is functioning. Correct servicing and replacement of Spark Plugs are crucial because they affect the efficient operation of an engine, and this may cause problems such as failure to ignite the fuel, stalling, and poor fuel economy.

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Q: How to replace spark plugs on Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain?
A: You will find Spark Plugs located threaded into the top (3.6L V6) or the side (3.4L V6) of each Cylinder Head, so remove the air intake duct for a 3.6L V6; otherwise, you can check it out from here! You will need specific tools including spark plug socket, extension, and gap gauge for adjusting the gaps as required. It is recommended not to start until the engine is completely cold. Examine new plugs for defects and adjust their gaps using a gauge whose measurements are provided in the gap specifications section. Carefully bend the side electrode without breaking off any porcelain insulator if required. Avoid scratching these platinum or iridium coatings on these electrodes. If your engine is a 3.6L V 6 take out ignition coils or rather untwist boots and pull them off since in case of having a 3.4 L V 6 engine remove spark plug wires by simply twisting and pulling off boots." Use compressed air around plugs in order to avoid any dirt falling into cylinders."Fit spark plug socket over plug to be removed, turn counterclockwise and then compare against chart supplied showing how engine should run." A thin coat of anti-seize compound should be applied before installing new plugs."Install a new plug into hole, thread it tight with torque wrench / ratchet using short piece rubber hose for assistance". Finally put back ignition coil or set spark plug wire on each other after you have done this process for all remaining spark plugs.