Help with Changing Spark Plugs '01 Kia Optima

ljking01 · 07-02-2006, 05:40 PM

Hello all, I am seeking help changing my spark plugs. I have a 01 Optima (V6), I need to change the plugs (badly!!). It's driving rough!!!

Classic boy · 07-02-2006, 08:09 PM

The front three plugs are nice and easy, just make sure you use good quality sockets so that you don't risk breaking the new expensive platinum plugs. The back three are more problematic, it is possible to remove them from the rear underneath with a flexi coupling sockets but it is a lot easier to remove the surge tank part of the inlet manifold and remove them from the top.
I would also replace the ignition leads if they have more than 100k's on them as well while you have access to the rear.

canakia · 07-03-2006, 11:41 AM

Somewhere on here is the step by step for the surge tank. I did mine following the obvious steps. It turned out I removed the bolts and was able to force the tank just out of the way so I could complete the job. Pain in the bum. I did not have to replace any gaskets though. good luck.