Removal and Installation

CAUTION: It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling along the axis of the spark plug to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wires.

Fig 1: Removing Spark Plug Wire From Spark Plug Using Special Tool (303-106)

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Using the special tool, with a twisting motion disconnect the 6 spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
Disconnect the 6 spark plug wires from the ignition coil by twisting while pulling upward.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire From Ignition Coil
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Open the 7 spark plug wire retainers and remove the spark plug wires.

CAUTION: Spark plug wires must be connected to the correct ignition coil terminal.

CAUTION: Make sure the spark plug boots are positioned so that the spark plug wires do not contact the exhaust manifold or any sharp edges.

NOTE: Apply silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire-to-spark plug boots.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.