How to replace the spark plugs on a Nissan Sentra 2007 to 2012
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Do you need to Replace the spark plugs on your Nissan Sentra (2007 - 2012) but don't know where to start? This video tutorial shows you step-by-step how to do it!
The Nissan Sentra (2007 - 2012) manual covers the petrol engines, and includes videos for some of the most common jobs, which you can see here in this playlist. Get the full manual haynes.com/en-...
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Nissan Sentra Haynes Repair Manual for all models from 2007 through 2012
PLEASE NOTE that this manual is intended for vehicles built to US specifications and do not cover diesel models unless specifically stated. Although it is useful when the products or systems are similar to those in other markets, there may still be significant differences, especially in areas concerned with safety and emission control.
Just changed my mind on doing the spark plugs today…
lol
Lol so many steps!
RIGHT!!!!
@@beardeddragon9114 dude you ain’t lying.
@@beardeddragon9114 Same lol.
This took me about 2 hours to complete. Tools I used were:
* 3/8-inch drive Breaker Bar
* 3/8-inch drive Ratchet
* 3/8-inch drive 6 point deep well 10-mm socket
* 3/8-inch drive 6-inch extension
* 3/8-inch drive 6-inch extension
* 3/8-inch drive 6 point 8-mm socket
* Pliers
* 3/8-inch drive 6 point deep well 14-mm socket
Thanks
Thank You! You saved me a lot of time! This wasn't Exactly what I wanted to do on Christmas Eve LoL! Merry Christmas!
Thank you!
Thank u god for the comment section
Thank u god for the comment section
Absolutely love this video. Took me about 5 hours to get the job done because I had to figure out what size sockets to use, had to try on each one to see which fits, and had to run to the store a couple times to pick up tools I didn’t have. But otherwise, I appreciate how the video was straight to the point and there wasn’t too much talking.
This has to be the most complicated plug removal I’ve ever seen
No kiddn
Nissan fail? Srsly what moron designed this mess of an engine. Imagine how annoying it is if you just want to see the Gap. you have to test it by taking it apart multiple times. what a nightmare.
I got pissed when I realized you break 2 gaskets to swap the plugs. Half the repair cost is new gaskets. I only wanted to check my plugs but now might as well swap them anyway
It is. Some graduate with no common sense designed this car in CAD software and nobody reviewed it.
Its a lot of removal just for spark plugs change 😔
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I kmw right
Indeed! I’m thinking about just paying the mechanic the $100 and being DONE with it. He has offered the most reasonable price so far.
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Yea but I just asked the Mechanic he said $150 he’s tweakin . 4 spark plugs and a gasket 55$
In short, remove engine cover, then remove engine, then break down the car completely, put it back together as a temporary lawnmower, become a chemist, then you can now change the spark plugs
I like how straight to the point this is. As a beginner (kind of), it would be helpful to have the mm for all bolts, torque specs, and any special tools (and link if possible). I have a pdf for the original service manual but it's a PIA looking for specifics. This spark plug change, while simpler than some other things I've done, seems way more tedious than necessary. It seems easier doing the 16 spark plugs for my Jeep than this. But like most cars, I've noticed there is always that handful of areas on every car that make you shake your head at the engineering. Like it was purposely made to force the average Joe to pay for professional dealership prices.
I'd like to have words with the engineers that made changing plugs out this involved. Jeesh.
Thank you for this video, I was intimidated trying to do this by myself but your video explained everything perfectly and easily, it took me less than an hour. Thank you.
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This 8 minute video took me about 4 hours. But I did it. Loved the video. Just a little thing I wish you wouldn’t mentioned in this video was the tools needed. I thought I had a long enough extender but turns out I didn’t and that caused me some delay
What tools do you recommend? I'm going to have to do this today.
Damn you must be a beginner
I own a 2007 model which look very difference in the the engine compartment. I just have to remove a cover and have direct access to the spark plugs !
You probably have a 2.5 engine. This video is on 2.0.
I have a 2.0 and I don't have to remove all of that stuff to do mine either. This seems like a lot of added unnecessary steps.
@@shannonpshannon573 You're right
@@shannonpshannon573 for 2012 2.0 yes you have to remove all that things.
@@shannonpshannon573 i have a 2.0 2007 and this video is accurate
While still more work than I feel like doing, your method seems simpler than that on another video which had me ready to just call the mechanic !
Great video! I was a little intimidated but it was easier than other vehicles I've done Took me 2hrs ! Thanks
Can't beat Haynes manuals ❤
Easy work .... did it in about 1hr ... now that i know how to do it i can do it 30 min
You forgot to tighten the support bracket bolt on a right side underneath the throttle body before you put the throttle body back on 🥶😬
I gave it a shot and I did alright until the last two nuts... They were in way too tight so I put it all back together and took it to a professional. But in my attempt I think I solved my problem (decreased mph of late)... My air intake hose was cracked. Oh and take it easy taking that thing off...$70!
6:30 That O-Ring he's talking about is the 16175-JA00A "Nissan Intake Manifold Gasket, Nissan Throttle Body Gasket", right?
The modern car is designed to separate you from your money.
don’t put any compound if it’s NGK, they specifically state that. and the OEM for this is NGK
A little Work just to install new spark plugs but this video helped😃
Thanks for the video and having to do all of that is absolutely ridiculous! Not looking forward to it but it has to be done. Glad I decided to change all the coils and plugs so I don't have to go back under there. Trying to decided about getting those seals and gaskets. Didn't know i needed all of that. Nissan! 👎🏼😤
Great video. The intake is a poor design from Nissan, having the intake ducted over the engine in such a way. The 2.5litre engine has much easier access.
If you get all your tools sorted out before starting the job you can have this done within a hour no problem as long as the bolts are not seized
Do you have to reset the throttle body after reassembling everything? Or is that only if you replace the throttle body?
Ppl complaining about this job is hard..it's a cakewalk! Now try swapping spark plugs on a 2002 maxima 3.5 you couldn't do it and be obligated to pay a mechanic 600 to 1100 bucks..this is child's play Watson.
doing mine tomorrow with new ignition coils...my mechanic wanted 1600
@@domenicv7962 yeah it's not cheap but I have a video on it on my UA-cam
@@john1120 I have everything I need for the job...except one thing....a torque. I have to wing it with my 3/8 ratchet. I have no way to get one in time.. Any advice would be appreciated
@@domenicv7962 advice don't over torque the bolts..I've done it by hand so many times it's not an issue for me.
@@john1120 good and snug, but don't push it...I get it. Thanks
You have the list of tools ?
All that just to access the plugs.🙄
It’s so much fun
Don't be afraid, watch few times and go for it, I done so many things on my 2012 Nissan and so far no pieces left
How many hours for this job?
Great video. Thank you!
Some sizes would be nice, hey a 14mm here and 12 here but here we are 😅
5 star
This video was great. But please pay close attention to the torque conversion. He mentions inch lb torque, most torque wrences are ft lb torqueI'm by no means a pro-mechanic and this video was great. Saved me a ton of money. But who designed this engine. Good lord that's the worst spot for plugs. LOL
Trying to get to 160 ft-lbs those things are gonna snap! Lol it’s a good tip tho because sometimes it’s just one of those things you don’t think about.
Gonna have to go to NASA
Get the 9/16 or 14mm spark plug socket or have the magnet pickup tool that is small to pull the spark plugs out. U can loosen with the deep socket but u need the magnet or the spark plug socket to pull it out. I never knew that opening could be that narrow! I went and bought a magnet and the magnet was too big. Next trip I bought a thinner magnet then decided to just buy the socket in case the magnet couldn't lift the plug. Socket was nearly 10 dollars but the magnet pulled it out. Returning the socket. Ordered a set of 5 on Amazon for 11 dollars. I'll just have extras. Good luck. Wasn't a hard job. Just tedious and excessive for NO reason! Hours of work!
The throttle body need to be reprogram? Since is remove?
Hey anyone has an idea why after changing coils/spark plugs engine somewhat starts have to keep pushing gas pedle to try keeping it going she poops(quits)?Shes getting gas tou smell it!Im confused 😮(2010 Sentra posible 2.0 or 5 whatever.
@@johnmitchell9270 check sparkplug for proper gap and make sure plug wires are pushed down onto plugs.
Good to use the anti seize....
Does anybody know what kind of spark plugs It’s good for a Nissan Sentra sl 2012 , thanks 🙏🏼
Iridium spark plugs
Labor for just replacing spark plugs it’s around 350-400 plus plugs!! Dealer cost add another $150-$200!
Defininely not buying anymore nissan...ford are easy to work on..
Wow this doesn't seem like a DIY project for me.
Watch another video for intructions. This one seems to be a little extra. I am about to change my spark plugs right now.
@@shannonpshannon573 you did it?
@@DavidHernandez-ue4fz yes. I changed the spark plugs and the coil packs. My 2007 Nissan Sentra is running like a new car.
@@shannonpshannon886 great,I did the same thing a month ago but that was a pain put all the stuff back.😰
Hahaha I was just thinking what a pain in the Dickerson City; but the good news is, if you're in your early to mid fifties such as I am, by the time you finish, you'll be collecting your Social Security even if you live in Florida
Changing sparks on my BMW X5 50i drive V8 is easier than this
Someone from Porsche mustve designed this car lol.
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Respectfully, I genuinely believe car manufacturers add unnecessary complexity for common repairs to prevent owner maintenance.
Insane! Nissan Dealer’s cash cow is engine servicing. How much would this cost? $300-$400?
$437.40
@@likeaboss901 That's brutal.
They were going to charge me 600
I said screw that
Wanted to change my spark plugs. Ended up taking apart half my engine 😂
Don’t forget to replace the PCV valve to complete the tune-up! Valve cost only $10!!!
Easy fix gang no bapp
Modern spark plugs do not need anti-seize that's a myth. Fcks with the torque spec. The metal coating that comes with them is enough. you only need to use anti-seize if you are taking them out and reinstalling them.
Welp I can't do this 🤣
It’s not as hard as it looks! You can do it!!
@@kylemartin9301 ahaha!! Yeah right! I forgot all about this comment. Since then I've been ripped off by two "mechanics' and my vehicle is in worse shape than it was before i went to them. Thanks for the confidence though. It really means a lot chile
@@TamikaX from looking at the video, it might seem overwhelming, but it seems pretty straight forward, I hope you get everything running right.
@@mikematerne4579 thanks
You forgot the part where you have to run an Idle relearn.😂
Bro wow wtf
The “new way” make it look intimidating so people don’t DIY lol
Easier to replace sparks on a Mustang GT
Nissan left no way to test the coils with the engine running. It will be very time consuming scan and find a misfire and then to disassemble, swap coil locations, reassemble, scan again, disassemble to replace defective coil or to further check for cause of misfire... can't back probe the coils.... terrible design from a service standpoint.
Jesus😮
This engine design is so terrible, wow! Wasn't it, like, back in the day at the gas station, one would get gas, check the oil AND check the spark plugs. 😂 At a gas station. At gas station type speeds. 😅 Wow Datsun is soooo bad! 😒
Even my gmc envoy spark plugs were easily accessible than this car bruh😂
The design on this car is so stupid idk what they was thinking so much work for some spark plugs supposed to be a easy access item
Nissan is the worst i think they dont want ppl to workin on their car..maxima even worst trying to do the spark plugs
what a stupid design by nissan. and on what is arguably one of their best models
And clean up all the crap that will fall into the engine 😂
I didn’t remove half of this 😭😭 dear lord
What the hell is 168 inch pounds? Who uses terms like that? What does that mean? Tight as you can get it? Snug? Firm but not too tight? Hand tight with 1 rotation from the wrench?
" We DIY'ers need some kind of reference for what that translates into because we dont know what that means!
Also what tools are we using here? There is no mention of it, a major portion of time wasted is not knowing what tools you need, and making multiple trips to the store to purchase them if you lack them.
It would be a great help to list everything used in the video at the start of it, and a simple picture showing those tools.
168 inch pounds = 14 ft pounds. Regards.
@@robertohernandezvillarreal7351 That still does not answer my question.
How is someone that is not familiar with that measurement supposed to know how to take it and apply it to physics? It's very easy to take that and divide it into feet like any other measurement but does not give the average Joe any sense of reference.
What does 14 ft lb mean?
Does it mean tight as you can make it?
Snug?
Hand tight and then apply slight torque until you meet resistance? We do not know what any of that means when you just give us an arbitrary number We need something to reference it to in order to apply it Not all of us is going to have a torque wrench that measures that application