Replace Spark Plugs, Here are some photos to share

[archilot]

Last weekend, I replaced my spark plugs on my 2006 Sorento EX. Here are some photos to help give you an idea what to expect. Not too hard but tedious. I was very patient and took my sweet time. Did not have to remove the intake, but had to take the throttle body out. Luckily, I picked up a throttle body gasket from O'reilly at the time I got the spark plugs and it turned out worth it because the old one fell apart. I was surprised how brittle were all the plastic connector plugs on the wiring. I started with the passenger side first and then moved to the Driver side.
Thank you,

[archilot]

More Photos..

[archilot]

Last batch.. taking apart the driver's side. Installation was in reverse order.

[nstoolman1]

Nice pics. Some Mod should rename the post Spark plug photos and move it to the sticky section. Some one is always asking for pics of this procedure. Jmho.

[Vadim]

Thank you Archilot for the pics, one day I will use these them as a guide to replace my plugs. Of course after I buy the right tools and parts for this type of job.

[TyGar]

This is awesome and really helped out. I just Bought an 06 and was going nuts because i couldn't find them.

[Vadim]

Hey everyone,

Need help with 3 questions below.

Do I need to buy special plugs or any brand will do?

What is the correct size of the gap on the spark plug?

Do I need to buy a special spark plug socket to remove the plugs?

Thank you.

[nstoolman1]

Get the same ones that are in it if they are the original ones.
NGK 5464 BKR5EIX-11 are the ones I use in my 03 3.5

Use a socket with an extension.

Most of the Platinum and Iridium plugs come pre-gapped.

[Vadim]

Thanks nstoolman1,

Yes the plugs are still original. At 78000 miles right now I figured maybe a good time to change out the plugs and the fuel filter as the Sorento started to vibrate\shake just a tiny bit at idle.

Thank you.

[nstoolman1]

60,000 mi are when the plugs and timing belt are due.