How to change spark plugs - Toyota 4Runner 2006
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- Watch this before taking your 4runner to the dealer and save yourself some money!
A quick and simple video I shot while changing the spark plugs on my 2006 Toyota 4runner, Sport Edition, V6.
This should apply to 2003-2009 4runners and most Tacoma trucks (same years, I think).
Its pretty simple to do, with the right tools and an hour or two, you can save yourself some cash.
Enjoy!
The video is very nicely done ! I work at a Toyota factory and your job instructions are thorough!
I love how we can see everything clearly and you go through each step with us. Thank you so much.
I was quoted $200 to change 6 plugs while I was waiting for an oil change and tire rotation, i went to the parts counter bought 6 plugs and decided to check on you tube and your video was great. Less than 2 hours later I was done.
Dude, you are the man. I just changed my spark plugs for the first time and it's a great feeling. Thanks for the excellent instructions!
I know this video is old, but it's very relevant for those of us who are visual learners. Very well done video and I'll be changing mine out this weekend. Thanks.
It's people like you who make the world a better place. Thank you sir.
Thanks for this awesome video tutorial! I have a 2005, and this made the job go smoothly on my first spark plug change as a new owner.
Thanks for the short, no-nonsense video on the process and the parts needed. The tip for using electrical tape to keep the socket on the extension is a great idea!
Just replaced mine at 103k miles on my '07 4Runner , v6, rwd ,sport edition. The original iridium NGK plugs were rated to last 120k. I inspected the old plugs and they were only slightly blackened. I replaced them with the same NGK plugs. MAKE SURE YOU FIND OUT WHAT TYPE OF PLUGS YOU HAVE, YOU MAY NOT HAVE TO REPLACE THEM EVERY 30K MILES.
Just used this video on my 4runner. Great tutorial and everything is working well. $40 in spark plugs fixed my misfirings
Used this video as a guide to change my plugs 12/01/2014. I am slow....took one and a half hours. Great information, installed original specs plugs for $60 instead of paying $316 to Toyota service department. Video made job easy.
Thank you! Straightforward & performed process to the letter made it easy. 06 4Runner SE, installed Denso Iridium Pwr plugs.
Great video, thanks for taking the time to make and upload it. This saved me a trip to the shop and scored me some points with my wife. She has a 2004 4Runner and these instructions were spot on. Also, thanks for the tip on taping the socket to the extension though I used Gorilla tape instead of electrician's tape.
1,000 thanks for this. I had looked @ this job before, & was scared off. After being quoted close to $200 for the job, i decided to try it. Just got done; no problems at all!
A "MUST see" for anyone changing plugs for the first time on Toy 4 Runner. Important details that will prevent any breaking of plastic connections etc. Did not know about how deep the plugs were and good hint on taping sockets and extensions together.
Thanks alot man. You just saved me around $200. The dealerships are BS. They tried screwing me over with the steering column spiral cable recall earlier today
Great tutorial! Good tip on the electrical tape too.
Great video. Just replaced my spark plugs tonight on my 2005 4Runner and this was a huge help.
Thanks! Well done
Great video.. FYI, its always a good idea to use compressed air to blow and dirt and debris off, beforehand so that nothing falls into the spark plug hole.you do NOT need a piece of plastic falling into your cylinders. Thank you..
As I sit here at the dealership looking at my $154 estimate to do the job I figured there has to be a better way. Thanks for posting, gave me the info to do it myself!
Yes! You can do it! My estimate was 189.00$ at the Toyota dealership for my Truck, insane. Just use the tools he mentioned, Torque wrench and socket extensions, and a magnetic socket for the removal of spark plugs themselves. Follow his direction which are both detailed and easy and you'll get this job done. I followed it, although I did buy the spark plugs at the dealership, OEM is best. But about 1.5hrs later, new spark plugs in my Tacoma! Never have I replaced spark plugs in any vehicle. But I did it, made my week! Lol Don't be afraid to ask questions. People will reply. Have fun and good luck.
Great video! Did the job on my 2007 4runner today, worked perfect. Passenger side very easy, drivers side more complex, just as video described. Changed air filter too, as I was already in there. Truck running solid at 111K. Thanks for posting video.
Update: 90K miles later I’m about to do this again. Truck still running solid!!
You da man. Thanks for the post. I just changed my plugs on my 2005 Toyota Tacoma. Apparently the exact same set up as your ride. Everything went exactly as you showed. The only tough time I had was on the driver's side, forward plug: the electrical connector to the coil was hard to remove. However, with some wiggle, removed it and the ole girl is running great. Thanks again....
Thanks for sharing your instruction very clear and simple. I will try to get it done on my 06 4Runner soon thanks again.
Great video. Plan on doing mine soon. Thanks for all the details. One thing you omitted was the gap for the spark plugs.
Just changed our spark plugs for the first time. This video covered everything I needed. Thanks!
Thanks, man! Very good video. After watching this, I went ahead & did my 4Runner Sport for the first time!
Thank you!! Very easy thanks to your video so long as you have the right tools! Excellent.
Man... nice video. I appreciate every tid bid of info you gave. Super helpful. Well thought out video. Great job! 👏
Epic Explanatin. GREAT video! Thank you so much!
thank you sir! after reviewing, i can tackle this job on my daughters toyota great helpful hint with the tape!
Thank you so much for this video. You didnt mention the use of the anti seize grease, but it was easy to figure from the packet i got from Pepboys.
Great explanation man, I really appreciate it, you just saved us a chunk of change! Thanks
Nice video! I got a Tacoma 2006 with the same engine. Same method, and thanks for listing the extension sizes, that was a huge help!
Thank you for the video, I just got a used 2005 4runner and changing the plug looks like butt easy.
Thanks for posting Ryan. What are your preferred brand and model of plugs?
Thank you for your time ! It helped me on my toyota 4runner 2005
Thanks for the instruction. I heard there are order to change spark plugs. Example change 1st cylinder and go for the 3rd cylinder.
man, i haven't worked on a vehicle since 95. i bought an 03 FR new. 67k miles and all original-tires (michelin), battery (panisonic), everything. the brakes are vibrating, maybe just needs adjusting. the absolute best vehicle i've ever owned. wait, i changed the wiper blades.
Thanks for the excellent vid, these engines are a heck of a lot different than my 97 vette
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just got a 4runner, so this will be helpful thanks.
Nice video bro 👍
A most excellent video. Thank you very much for posting this. This kind of helpful information is invaluable for DIY folks! Favorited!
Does anyone know if there is any harm in not replacing all six at once? I’m inclined to go knock out the passenger side ones because I’ve got some free time right now and do the driver side ones later?
Excellent. Thanks a ton!
Great video. Direct and easy to follow. Thanks.
You just made my life so much easier! Thanks for the video!
I see you used the dielectric grease on coil bottom, but didn't see you using the anti seize on anything? Would you please clarify where that should go. Would you apply it to spark plug's thread? Thx
Great video ! I just changed the plugs on my 06 4runner Simple , thanks to these instructions. I
Thanks
So you put a little bit of Connection grease into the coil pa.. And a bit on the head too?
Great looked this up to change my coils
Great video!!...do you have a similar video for replacing the fuel injectors??
Great video thanks
Nice thanks for posting this I thought it was going to be more difficult
Awesome video, I'll try this one day on mine
thank you so much! this helps immensely!!
Thanks for the tips, you sped up my process.
thank you very much for posting this video. excellent instructions
Very helpful, thanks for posting.
Wait, what part was the plugs? The coil? Also every 30k miles, did not know that. So basically every year?
Awesome video, made the job easy. Thanks!
Thank you. You saved me over $150!
Wow 👍👍👍
Where did the anti seize come into play?
Save yourself the time and $200 labor and change the spark plugs yourself. I watched your video twice and another video to cross reference the information, then watched yours one more time at the auto parts store, bought the necessary tools and 1 hour later all 6 of my ignition coils and spark plugs were changed. Buy yourself a magnet just in case the &*$%(*$ spark plug stays in the well.
Just let you guys know you don't have to buy parts from the dealer . Toyota subcontract other brands like denso or Aisin the only difference is that they don't stamp Toyota logo. I work on my 2002 Tacoma and I get all my parts from Amazon way way cheaper OEM parts no Toyota logo. If your not sure go to rock auto website then use there part number I know it's wrong but I'll do what ever it takes to save my money.
YES !!! You can get AISIN ignition coil 6 pack for $65.00 and they work and fit perfectly. I shop on Amazon for my genuine Toyota and 3rd party parts.
Hey Ryan gates, thanks for this video it is really helpful.. I'm gonna be doing a sparkplug change pretty soon. I want to ask by any chance do you have an idea how to locate cylinder numbers..i hv a random misfire on cylinder 6 on this same vehicle? Thanks
Hey man can you do a video on how to change out the alternator and belt? I'm having difficulty placing a new belt on.
Great video short sweet and to the point! Thank you
Nice video. Thank you
Should I need to use the connection grease and other thing (I couldnt get the name)?
In my "new to me" vehicles, first spark plug change is always nerve racking. Can only hope the last guy knew what he was doing.
Thanks!
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thanks for taking the time to make this video
Great video. This is as easy as it looks. The trickiest part definitely is the rethreading of the plugs when you replace them. I highly recommend using an extension with the 5/8 spark plug socket permanently attached (I got one at an auto parts store). I don't think the electrical tape is a good idea. Also, you show the anti seize grease but he didn't use it? And why not just apply the diaelectric grease to the metal tip of the plug rather than up in the boot? I used genuine Toyota spark plugs and I'm fairly certain they come pregapped. Thanks again as this video is awesome.
dielectric grease is NOT a conductor. It goes on the boot up to the connector in a very thin layer. It acts as an insulator so the spark doesn't ground to the engine block. do not use a bunch and never on the metal to metal contacts.
Plugs should come pre-gapped. I don't think you need anti-seize. If you do, it will change the torque settings on the plugs.
How can I get into my 4runner SUV 2004 with a completely dead battery...... The key won't work in driver door or the back door.....Please Help
Can you help me out I need help finding the ignition coil B I have a P0352 code and It says I need to find ignition coil b. Can you help me
Does anyone know the name or part number for the hose that goes over the cylinder 6 (driver side closest to the driver) a mechanic lost mine and now it is running too lean.
What spark plugs did you use and did you gap them?
this was going to work for me. my first bolt turns in the socket. its rusty and so are all the others. whats my next plan of action?
so what happened? I'm about to try this, Is there a step in this procedure I might want to know? thanks
Gracias
Thank you very much! Great video
Do you know what the Gap should be?
That's great Nick. Thanks bud!
I have a v8, does the plugs have to be put in with a torque wrench? Or can I just put them in with a socket?
did you know before you start at this job you are missing the bolt that holds your coil down on the rear driver side.. also these trucks running great with a K&N never have to change it again just pull wash and clean.. nice job thou..
Argofukyrslf 72 he said in the video he removed it before hand to make the video quicker.
Thank you so much for the excellent video. It made the job so much easier. Even I could do it :)
Barrie
great video man!
Awesome thanks, helped a lot
Awesome! Thank you for posting. I'll try this on my 2007 Tacoma, should be pretty much the same. Just wondering, did the spark plugs already come gapped or did you have to adjust? Thanks.
I spoke to a Toyota tech after purchasing my plugs at the dealer, he said they come pre gapped.
Well done! Thanks!
Is the torque wrench necessary?
Hi wondering if your gonna make a video of adjusting or replacing your timing chain and water pump. Thank you
Perfect
My passenger sensors came off really easily but my driver side are being a pain even with a screwdriver. Any tips?
What plugs did you buy? I just got an 06 yesterday with almost 63,000 miles and I’m changing stuff out. I’ve heard people using 3 NGK and 3 Densos. Did you notice a difference ?
tigergreg8 yeah I decided to go with the Autolite Iridium XP. I was hesitant about it at first but they seem to be doing great and have a limited lifetime warranty. Were a couple bucks cheaper than the NGKs so I figured I'd try them out.
Thanks for the reply.
Thank you very much.
Very helpful vid
How many in total? 6?