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2008 Kia Sorento Spark Plug Replacement Help

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I am not a mechanic (so bare with me). I did get the Haynes manual (its awful) and I did some research.

My son was given a car to start practicing driving. So together we started doing some maintenance on it.
2008 Kia Sorento LX 3.3
VIN: KNDJD735485857011

I was able to replace the spark plugs on the driver side (1,3, 5), but for the other side its under something (based on research I think it's the surge tank).

This is where I need help.
I assume I would need to remove the engine room resonator (again), the air filter housing, disconnect the maf sensor connector and disconnect that intake hose and put that to the side.

From what I can tell from the diagram its been held by 3 bolts. I am guessing there is a good chance that I will need to replace the surge tank gasket.

What about lines and electrical connectors? Are there any lines that have fluid that i don't have to take off? i assuming we can just tilt it just to get the spark plugs.

I have added some diagrams that I have been using and picture of the engine. Reference part numbers is helpful as well as any assistance.

Thanks ahead of time.
 

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Daddysflying said:
For decades I've worked on my own vehicles, but this is a job I would not undertake

Plant City, Florida, USA
2008 Kia Sorento LX 3.8L
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Which model/engine do you actually have?:

"What's New?
The Sorento LX receives a new 3.3-liter V6 engine good for 242 horsepower and 228 pound-feet of torque. A 3.8-liter V6 remains standard on the EX trim level."

Had the dealer do ours @ $120 - $190/hour. Painful but spread the expense out over 17 years of ownership. Up until recently the only other significant expense was for AC compressor replacement around 54,000 miles.
 
#3 ·
I had a 2003 3.5 sorento. The engine bay (LOOKS) similar. I always undid the windshield wiper cowl, removed the wiper motor and all the wires and hoses attached. I also would replace the y-hose(if yours has it) or any hoses on the backside of the engine if your going to get in there. Extra cost is off set by the inconvenience of a hose going 1 month after you get it all together. Towing, labor and possible engine overheating. If it is time for plugs how about the timing belt? Or do they have a chain? if they have a belt and you have the top of the engine off I would do the belt. If you are carefull and take your time you can do it.
 
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