wow that's easy lol I just bought one of these cars on Tuesday and been watching all kinds of videos on it to learn everything I can about the car and I have to say that maintenance is very easy for this car from what I've watched so far.
Awesome. Thanks. I so don't want to pay out the wazoo for something I can do myself. Question: I noticed after you placed the new one in, you turned it to the left first a couple times and then to the right. Where you just getting it in the right place or was this necessary?
Are the igntion coils supposed to be in a specific order? I might have mixed mine up and want to know the correct order to put them in to reassure I did this correctly.
Tiniest amount of antiseize on the spark plug threads and little amount of dielectric grease on the end of the ignition coil boot. Check out my latest spark plug videos, I show it.
Because Hondas are sensitive to aftermarket ignition systems. Put anything but OEM then it will start giving problems. Plus, that's what the car came with just replace it with OEM. It doesn't cost more. NGK plugs on amazon are 10-13 bucks.
@@MrRangerZr1 Thanks. Can I get away without using a torque wrench and just use a regular ratchet? A technician at NDK recommend 11-14 ftlb for my spark plugs and I'm concerned about over-tightening them.
Very useful video! If you don't mind me asking, do you know which cylinder is number 4? ODB2 scanner says misfire on my #4 cylinder and I've been scouring the internet looking to identify the cylinder by number. Thanks
TBH, I am not exactly sure. I believe its 1,2,3,4 starting from the left viewing the engine from the front of the vehicle. You can try swapping spark plugs or ignition coils say from the left cylinder to the right then see what the car says. I'll try finding out the exact order, I'll let you know once I find out.
Thanks, that's the general consensus I've found so far. front of engine, 1,2,3,4 (where front of engine has the cam gear and timing belt). But yeah, for sure if you could find more info on the numbering that'd be awesome!
What size is the torque wrench? The link is for 1/2 inch but then the extensions are 3/8 inch. I purchased everything in your list but I'm not sure if I did something wrong
MrRangerZr1, I've noticed on an online shopping site, a plug sold by Honda that's gold in color and another sold by NGK that's silver in color. Is one better than the other and do both already come with anti seize on them? Thanks. Great video.
You mean the packaging? The NGK you buy from the store is 100% same as the one bought from the dealer, its in different packaging. Check you owner's manual for your spark plug number and go buy that only.
hi, i would like to know if you calibrated the spark plugs or those were already calibrated also do you know what is the calibrating range?i own a 2012 honda civic 1.8lts, thanks
I need a tune up on my 2015 honda civic lx coupe? I need 4 spark plugs. How much is the average cost for each Honda original spark plugs for 2015 honda civic coupe?? Should I buy from the dealer or no?
@@MrRangerZr1 a couple more questions. Do you recommend NGK's for 2015 honda civic lx? And what's the average labor price(not including parts) do mechanics supposed to charge for labor for tune up?
@@hankgege2199 each plug should cost less than $20, i told you about the dealer markup. Use NGK as that’s what the factory put. Spark plugs are listed in the description. Parts and labor at a shop can vary from $200-$300+, scroll through the comment section, people commented on how much they saved.
Also I noticed you put dielectric grease and anti seize on the description, but I didn’t see you apply it in the video. Can you explain how to apply them and where?
is that the same plug for all model civics? I called my dealer for a price to replace my plugs and they said it was $320. 180 for parts! I found them at my local auto parts store for $25 a plug
MrRangerZr1 so I changed out the spark plugs with your video was very helpful but the maintenance reminder still says spark plugs so that need one of those coil packs is bad?
I am not 100% sure but look in your owners maunal and get the OEM plug number. Go buy the exact plugs and just take them out of the box and install them in the car. You do not need to gap new plugs.
I would always at least CHECK the gap. You don't know how many times the "parts guy" took them out of the box to show a different customer; and could have dropped it or something....just a thought.
Surprisingly informative for an instructional video with no dialogue! Very well done.
wow that's easy lol I just bought one of these cars on Tuesday and been watching all kinds of videos on it to learn everything I can about the car and I have to say that maintenance is very easy for this car from what I've watched so far.
Simple maintenance prevents difficult maintenance!
That engine bay is so pristine!
Wonderful video- easy to follow. My son and I used it to change out the spark plugs on my Civic. Thanks for making this.
Why was this so soothing to watch? 🤔
2003JrF4i it's the waterfall-like sound in the background haha
Because you know that you don't have to get ripped of by a mechanic anymore.
Thanks . Needed a refresher and this was more than enough. You rock!
Just did my spark plugs thanks to this video. Much appreciated
Thanks for the Video. Save my sister a lot of money. 👍
HONDA DEALERSHIPS made a THUMBS DOWN on these VIDEO .smh.LOL
Superman: I have never seen a mechanic working only one hand. Wow.
Thanks man!! Just got my 09 DX coupe
Just saved over 60$ for the plugs and whatever a shop would charge to do this. You are the shiz bro love your vids
Incredibly informative with no words, talent
This is as easy as it gets for changing spark plugs on a car. The O2 sensor looked very easy also.
Very easy. Just need to know how much to tighten the bolts.
Hhhh I never seen like this engine super clean
Good video. Thanks for linking the spark plugs you used in the video
Nice job, great video man, i appreciate you.. I got about 15, 000 more miles before i get to change mine.
Great vid! I am about to turn 100k and am headed to my garage now to replace mine.
How is this so easy and Curry Honda in Atlanta charges you 300 dollars to change spark plugs?!
Because its a dealership....oops i meant stealership!
So misterious. So spuki. But good teaching saves me lots of 💰.
Wow! Such a clean car :) Thank you for the video.
only for spark plugs for this type of car ? I have a 2008 honda civic sedan
Awesome. Thanks. I so don't want to pay out the wazoo for something I can do myself. Question: I noticed after you placed the new one in, you turned it to the left first a couple times and then to the right. Where you just getting it in the right place or was this necessary?
This is actually an important step. It insures you are not cross-threading.
@@MrRangerZr1 Cool. Thanks
man i got a gm pos were u gotta remove the intake manifold to reach spark plugs and this got me so jealous
Think you could add the exact tools you used for this DIY in the description?
3/8 ratchet, 6 inch extension, 5/8 spark plug socket, and 10mm socket. All in description box.
i did spark plugs on a ford ranger 4.0 so i can do spark plugs on anything. (had to take the passenger wheel off for one of the plugs)
Shops try and charge 250 for this simple job 😒
should I be using dielectric grease on these plugs? someone recommend it
On the end of the ignition plug yes.
Did you have to apply anti seize to the plugs? I heard OEM plugs already come with their own anti seize so it's not needed
Yes they come with a special coating from the factory. Its your choice to put anti seize or not.
Are the igntion coils supposed to be in a specific order? I might have mixed mine up and want to know the correct order to put them in to reassure I did this correctly.
No they're not. Just an OCD type of thing to keep the same coil for the same cylinder you removed them from.
Doesnt matter. It's not like it was with a distributor cap.
I bought a 2015 Civic from Honda dealership @ 110,000 KM. How do I know spark plugs have been changed? @@MrRangerZr1
How much torque did you use to tighten them?
About 13-16 lbf.ft
Gonna do this soon, how are the Antisieze and dielectric grease used? U apply them to the spark plugs or how?
Tiniest amount of antiseize on the spark plug threads and little amount of dielectric grease on the end of the ignition coil boot. Check out my latest spark plug videos, I show it.
We're they pregapped? Or did you just not show the spec for gapping?
Pre gapped in most cases
MrRangerZr1 yea I just bought pulstar plasma bases plugs for my civic it's a black on black EXL 2015 model
OEM plugs are NGK. You should install OEM plugs.
MrRangerZr1
Reason being?
Because Hondas are sensitive to aftermarket ignition systems. Put anything but OEM then it will start giving problems. Plus, that's what the car came with just replace it with OEM. It doesn't cost more. NGK plugs on amazon are 10-13 bucks.
When you used the torque wrench at the end why was it necessary to go counterclockwise for a 1/4 turn and then tighten it again?
Michael Suleiman to insure you’re not crossthreading.
@@MrRangerZr1 Thanks. Can I get away without using a torque wrench and just use a regular ratchet? A technician at NDK recommend 11-14 ftlb for my spark plugs and I'm concerned about over-tightening them.
Michael Suleiman yes 1/4 turn after hand tightened. Watch from 2:54 in the video, I show it.
@@MrRangerZr1 thanks for the video, that looked more like an 1/8 turn.
When should you replace these spark plugs? What mileage & what not(2013 si sedan)
These plugs last 100k+ miles. On your Si, I would change it sooner because you're most likely driving it like you stole it lol
@mrrangerzr1 i have the same car and yes ur right we are ridin it dirty 😂🐎
why cant all cars be this easy....lol
Very useful video! If you don't mind me asking, do you know which cylinder is number 4? ODB2 scanner says misfire on my #4 cylinder and I've been scouring the internet looking to identify the cylinder by number. Thanks
TBH, I am not exactly sure. I believe its 1,2,3,4 starting from the left viewing the engine from the front of the vehicle. You can try swapping spark plugs or ignition coils say from the left cylinder to the right then see what the car says. I'll try finding out the exact order, I'll let you know once I find out.
Thanks, that's the general consensus I've found so far. front of engine, 1,2,3,4 (where front of engine has the cam gear and timing belt). But yeah, for sure if you could find more info on the numbering that'd be awesome!
Yes we're right. Viewing from the front of the car, you view the cylinders as 1,2,3,4. 4 is on the battery side.
What size is the torque wrench? The link is for 1/2 inch but then the extensions are 3/8 inch. I purchased everything in your list but I'm not sure if I did something wrong
Check the link again, I updated it with a better one.
What about the back ones nobody has a video on how to replace the ones all the back
What back ones?
There are only 4 plugs on this model
MrRangerZr1, I've noticed on an online shopping site, a plug sold by Honda that's gold in color and another sold by NGK that's silver in color. Is one better than the other and do both already come with anti seize on them? Thanks. Great video.
You mean the packaging? The NGK you buy from the store is 100% same as the one bought from the dealer, its in different packaging. Check you owner's manual for your spark plug number and go buy that only.
Torque spec on the spark plug? 🤔
13-16 lbf.ft
hi, i would like to know if you calibrated the spark plugs or those were already calibrated also do you know what is the calibrating range?i own a 2012 honda civic 1.8lts, thanks
No calibration needed. Just get the right spark plugs that is listed in your owner's manual.
gracias, buen video
I checked the link Amazon for the spark plug and it stated it does not fit my 2013 Honda Civic.
Never rely on amazon's fitment. They will fit.
MrRangerZr1 , thank you sir.
You mention something about dielectric grease in another comment, but I didn't see you use any. Where does that go and is it necessary?
On the end of the ignition coil. Its just to keep water and debris out. Doesn't hurt anything.
@@MrRangerZr1 do you have to add dielectric grease or just if you want to ?
For change the spark plugs is nesesary disconnect the battery?
No.
@@MrRangerZr1 thank you
Hey should I replace the boot and wires or just the plugs? I have 120K miles on my 12 Civic
Just the plugs
MrRangerZr1 what’s the best way to make sure you don’t cross thread the plug when putting them in?
Keyur Patel turn the plug counterclockwise until u hear a “click” meaning the threads are lined up. Then tighten
How tight or is there a certain torque for the spark plugs? I wanna replace mine this weekend.
Its 13-16 pound feet of torque, or a 1/4 turn after hand tightened. (I show it in the video)
+MrRangerZr1 thanks man!
I need a tune up on my 2015 honda civic lx coupe? I need 4 spark plugs. How much is the average cost for each Honda original spark plugs for 2015 honda civic coupe?? Should I buy from the dealer or no?
The original honda plugs are just NGKs in honda labelling and marked up in price.
@@MrRangerZr1 I want to the dealer and asked for the price for 4 spark plugs. The total was $149 and change. How much are 4 ngk's?
@@MrRangerZr1 a couple more questions. Do you recommend NGK's for 2015 honda civic lx? And what's the average labor price(not including parts) do mechanics supposed to charge for labor for tune up?
@@hankgege2199 each plug should cost less than $20, i told you about the dealer markup. Use NGK as that’s what the factory put. Spark plugs are listed in the description. Parts and labor at a shop can vary from $200-$300+, scroll through the comment section, people commented on how much they saved.
@@MrRangerZr1 thank you for responding. I appreciate it!
Wasnt that spark plug bad? Did you replace it?
No it was good and it's still good...I just showed you guys how to change it :)
Only 4 ???
Yes it's a 4 cylinder engine
how much do you gap the spark plug before you put it in
NO GAPPING!!! Modern spark plugs do not need gapping, take then out of the box and install them directly into the engine.
jose puerto that's great, I put it off due to gapping worries
Also I noticed you put dielectric grease and anti seize on the description, but I didn’t see you apply it in the video. Can you explain how to apply them and where?
Dieletric grease at the end of the ignition coil, just a little bit.
Little bit of anti-seize on the spark plug threads.
When is the coolant recommended to be changed 100,000 miles?
100k miles if you want to change it. I have a video on my channel.
MrRangerZr1 definitely will check it out.
Do they have to be changed sooner with City miles? I'm assuming 100k would be mostly highway
No same interval
4 plugs for a 2015 Honda Fit?
Yes
Are OEM Plugs pre-gapped ?
Yes. You can check em before installing.
my '12 Civic has a cover over where the spark plugs go. Any tips on getting it off without breaking what's holding it in place ?
I think it has a twist on type of clip where you just use a flat head and turn it counter clockwise or it has 2 10mm bolts.
is that the same plug for all model civics? I called my dealer for a price to replace my plugs and they said it was $320. 180 for parts! I found them at my local auto parts store for $25 a plug
Thats too much. Go to bernardi.com and search for your civic's spark plug OR look in your owners manual. Then go on amazon and buy it.
MrRangerZr1 do they ever recommend changing the coil packs on top of the plugs?
Michael Howe unless they are bad no.
MrRangerZr1 so I changed out the spark plugs with your video was very helpful but the maintenance reminder still says spark plugs so that need one of those coil packs is bad?
No just reset the reminder.
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are the original spark plugs really good for 100k?
Most of the time 100k miles is nothing for the iriduim plugs. You should change it anyway to get the "original" performance and MPGs back.
what is the recommended gap for my new plugs?
I am not 100% sure but look in your owners maunal and get the OEM plug number. Go buy the exact plugs and just take them out of the box and install them in the car. You do not need to gap new plugs.
I would always at least CHECK the gap. You don't know how many times the "parts guy" took them out of the box to show a different customer; and could have dropped it or something....just a thought.