2011-2017 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger 3.6 spark plug replacement
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- Опубликовано: 5 дек 2016
- Today I am showing you how to replace the spark plugs on the 3.6 engine thats found in the rear wheel drive passenger vehicles. Specifically the 2011-2017 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger.
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WOW!!!! That was easy!! every shop in the Denver area wants from $660 to $740 to do what too your about 40 min or so!! this is my project this week end and I'll save $500 to $600!! Thank you so very very much Sir, God Bless you!! 2016 Chry 300 AWD
Most detailed video I’ve seen so far.
Awesome feedback. Much appreciated. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other as well.
Never worked on a vehicle as a female I did this all by myself by following your video!!! Thank you!!!!!
This looks so hard, but was actually way easier than I thought. Also, made me feel like a real mechanic for a moment, lol. Thank you!!
Knowing how is the main thing. Anyone can take it on with a little help as you saw. Thanks for using my video and for commenting. Dont forget to subscribe
MotorCity Mechanic no, thank you. Every shop I visited was asking no less than $400 for the job, when all I need was your video and a free afternoon. Me and my wallet are grateful.
Glad that I could help out! A lot of the credit goes to you....job well done
@@MotorCityMechanic how long is the book time for these & how long does it take realistically?
@@lauraburney1302 I’m sure a well trained mechanic can do it in under an hour, but I barely know how to hold a ratchet so I did it in about 2 1/2 because I was going back and forth making sure I reconnected the cables in the right places.
THANK YOU!! I literally tried one time and all the other videos try to loosen the right side lower mounting bolts which are VERY DIFFICULT to even get to. I couldn't so I gave up!! I was quoted $350 from the dealer just for labor! Then I came across your video and saw that EXTEMELY useful trick of removing the rear left side bracket mount which allows to pull the manifold to the left side. NO OTHER VIDEO I SAW EVEN SHOWED THIS!! Thank you for saving me literally $350!!!
YOU SAVED ME $400 IN LABOR!!! These instructions are perfect! I watched this video and easily followed along to change plugs, coils, and gaskets. Thank you so much!
Did my 160k km/ 100k mile tuneup based on your vid. Thank you!
For everyone else, here were my challenges:
-the 13mm bolt at the left rear bracket was rust-welded to the stud. But the stud came out with the bolt just as easily so no issue
-the top PCV valve bolt stripped (cheap plastic). Need to take to a shop. So no PCV replaced yet
-coil electrical connectors not easy to take out (stuck). Gotta work at em.
-you don't have to take off all the alternator wires but it is easier to work at the rear if it is out of the way. The intake plenum can swing to the left just enough to change the plugs
-ALL vacuum hoses stuck. Used WD40 at the connectors and had to tug hard on the hoses (learned the WD40 trick from mr. Pike 👌).
Thanks man for the vid!
I originally RUclips'd this job because I was going to attempt to change my spark plugs myself (lol) in my 2015 charger due to the dealership wanting to charge $350.... But after watching this I understand why, I will be making an appointment somewhere asap... Whew!!! Excellent video by the way, very detailed!
Tasha Norman Nothing wrong with knowing your limits. The videos serve multiple purposes. To show people how and for those not doing the work....a good idea of what the mechanic will be doing so you can understand what they charge and if they are being honest as well. Thanks for watching and for commenting Tasha and make sure to subscribe
@@MotorCityMechanic I've subscribed, thanks!!
Tasha Norman Many thanks Tasha
Thank you so much for watching your video it help a lot, The dealership wanted to charge 1165 dollars for changing my spark plugs on my 2016 chrisler 300 and I save 850 dollars for doing it my self.Thanks once again and keep the good work.
That’s crazy! Can’t believe they would quote a price like that. It’s not that hard to do and only takes about 2 hours. I hear this over and over in different repairs. Glad you didn’t agree to it and made a wise choice
Best how-to I've ever seen, always focused, no wasted time, no rambling. The bloody gash on your arm provided your credentials! Great editing, didn't miss a thing. Thanks!
Wow...I was blown away with the easy step x step method on how to replace spark plugs in a 3.6L engine. As a former Technical Trainer (42 years), I know a Trainer when I see one...fantastic job in the presentation of this video
Thank you so much for putting this video together. It was detailed, broken down step by step, provided background for each step, it was everything I needed! Just completed this today in my Challenger and thought I would be overwhelmed as I just know enough about cars to be dangerous but not a mechanic by any means and I was able to get it done thanks to you guys!
Incredible video! I followed these exact steps with my 2014 Dodge Charger SXT because I needed to change a spark plug and ignition coil and I was able to get the plug and coil changed easily and quickly. Mr. Pike was also spot on with his description of the coil stem showing a white pinhole/ring when it throws a misfire code. My old coil had this ring and pinhole exactly as described. My car seems to be running perfect again! Couldn’t be happier with the quality of this video. Keep up the great work!
David thank you sooo much, dealer was charging me 390 buck to change the spark plugs on my 2016 Dodge Charger, you just saved me $213 dollars. I got the spark plugs at the dealer, but man Thank you!! Really appreciate your help!!!
This is the most detailed video on how to change spark plugs on dodge chargers 3.6 I don’t know how to work on cars much but with this video I feel like I can’t fail. Thank you 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🔩🔧
Take your time and you should do fine. I appreciate the great feedback
I was putting off doing this on my wife's 2017 Chrysler 300 with Pentastar V6. After seeing this, it motivated me to knock it out. Car runs better now and mpg is improving. Thanks for the informative and well-narrated video.
Oh, re-threading that 13 mm bolt and bracket into the back of that cylinder head was a PITA! Finally got it on the third or fourth try.
I've watched a number of these videos, as the proud owner of two Pentastar powered vehicles. You rock! Clear and informative videos that have at the very least made me a knowledgeable consumer when I talk to my dealer's Service team. Keep up the great job.
You are a lifesaver and know exactly what you are talking about and with your video I was able to do my Dodge Challenger and never worked on a car a day in my life!! Lol . Thank you a lot for this video you made!!
My 1 cylinder was misfiring, causing the car to glug down when I pressed on the gas. This helped me with my dodge challenger and it fixed my problem! For about 65 bucks I just saved me hundreds of dollars for a mechanic to do the same thing. Thanks man!
Great video, David! I like that you identified the size tools needed (10mm, 5/8" spark plug socket, etc.) as many instructional videos don't. You are very detailed without talking excessively....detailed and to the point. I'll be doing this with my wife's 2015 B5 Blue Charger Rallye soon (95k miles) and wanted to get an idea of what I'm getting into. Thanks again!
Dodge quoted my lady 1400 for this job. Crazy, when the parts didn't even add up to 200 off ebay. It took me 2hrs. The hardest part was getting that plastic clip off the bolt in the back. Also a 3/8 set work fine on a 2017. You're right about all socket and wrench sizes. Keep up the good work, with video's.
David, this is David also. Did you know that the biblical definition of David is beloved? David, I thank God for your expert video. almost always when I have watched video's on automobile repair I am very disappointed because the person usually leaves out many things that need to be shown or explained. David, you are a very good teacher. thank you so very much for doing what you do. God bless you! I would recommend you to everyone and anyone!
Thanks David for such an Awesome video. I have done 10 of these so far. Not easy but easier when a master is doing the teaching. We all really appreciate ur efforts.
Your welcome Paul! Thanks for the support and kind words. Always happy to see that the videos help. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already and have a great weekend.
You saved me at least $400, at a minimum, from what the dealer was going to charge me. It isn’t just the labor, they wouldn’t accept the job unless I got the parts through them…. Then there was the way the service guy warned me about a common lifter problem these engines are having (an issue I know was not happening to my sons engine) as though to prepare me for the additional expense…. When I hung up the phone I immediately felt as though I was about to get screwed.
It’s always better to do the work yourself if you can. No one else will care as much about the details as you will. And this job, while initially daunting, was actually very simple when using your excellent video as a guide.
Really, this is one of the best how to videos I have ever seen, nothing is left out.
THANK YOU!
This is by far the best reference video for tuning up your 3.6L Pentastar engine. Thanks a bunch.
Zeus GC appreciate it!
Uh... that was an amazing video man keep it up!!
Many thanks man! Appreciate the support
I always watch @Fordtechmakuloco for all my Expedition repairs.....Recently got a Charger so luckily I found @MotorCity Mechanic....Both providing clear, concise, and having excellent video quality I wonder did the two know one another.....exceptional job Gentlemen......keep it up!......
My 1 cylinder was misfiring, causing the car to glug down when I pressed on the gas. This helped me with my dodge challenger and it fixed my problem! For about 65 bucks I just saved me hundreds of dollars for a mechanic to do the same thing. Thanks man!
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I watched the video a few times to prepare. Printed the pages from the Dodge CD service manual, and aside from one tough plug and fear of the torque wrench, went well. Thank you for the video as it was very well shot and clear. Perfect angles to see everything. Amazing explanations. Much appreciated.
Thanks for your time in making this video! I'm a long way away from my plugs having to change but just wanted to let you know we appreciate mechanics who take the time to show us how to do it...
Appreciate you watching....nothing wrong with getting an idea of whats needed when the time comes. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
This video was a perfect step by step in removing the parts necessary to get to all 6 coil ignitions and spark plugs. I had to change out all the coils as some of them started to show the white circle on them. Put it all back together and the acceleration and power was back. Thanks again for this video!
The best step by step I’ve seen. Good camera angles, lighting, explanations, tips, no unnecessary rambling. Editing was practically an art form. Subscribing!
Your video made my spark plug and coil change a breeze! Didn't miss anything.
This has to be the best instructional mechanic on RUclips!! Makes it easy for DIYer's. I've saved so much money on labor fees, I should become a mechanic!! 😏😏😂😂 Thanks for the great videos!
Many thanks for the kind words and glad that the video helped. Make sure to subscribe Darnell and check out some of my other videos as well.
I've got to hand it to him. That was by far one of the best "how-to" videos I've seen. Ever. On the Chrysler 300 Forum, somebody posted a "step-by-step" and said it took him 2 days the first time and several hours the second. I did the entire plug change in an hour after watching this vid! Granted he did say there was a lil bit if alcohol involved. Thanks for the video!
You have by far the best, easiest to understand automotive video's out there. I don't even have a dodge car or am any longer a mechanic, I just like to watch your presentations. Great job.
Thanks Todd. I try my best to make it easy to understand so that people arent afraid to take some of these repairs on themselves.
Yes this video is excellent. One of the absolute best I've ever seen. And truthfully it'll probably take me a half a day. But an excellent excellent video thank you
This is the most detailed video out there I found was searching and landed on the perfect one ❤ no difficulty at all took my time no rush. Ordered my parts they came in and took another look at the video actually several times since it’s a new vehicle I was gonna be working on. I was scared at first but I managed to get it done yay to me and thank you motor city mechanic I couldn’t do it without this detailed video 😏
My dealer just quoted me $365.00 for this job, now I can see why. Remember the old days when the plugs where easy to get to, lol.
Yeah those days have gone by for sure. We do still have a few that are good money makers but the intake removal ones....well they are a few more steps for sure. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
I was thinking the same thing
And that’s actually not a bad price. I was thinking I’d charge like $500 lol. That’s a hell of a lot to take off and put back on
@@BigHomie030 I was just quoted $500 - $600 :-|
my dealer wants over a grand trade ya
I really appreciate the walk through, you saved me $350 and I was done in 90 minutes. Thanks again.
Great job! Nothing like saving money and learning a little more about your own vehicle. Thanks for finding the video and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
Half the time I spent looking for metric system tools.
@@rmichl925 Over the years thats about all the tools I use anymore lol. The money saved is a great excuse to tell the wife that you need more tools lol
Is that what it cost???
FANTASTIC ,SMOOTH AND CLEAR TO THE POINT!!!
THANKS DAVID ,YOUR THE BEST!
Thank you so much for this video. I solved the shaking temporarily by changing the plugs. Still has a slight shake, so now I'm going for the coils. And now it's so simple cause I experienced the actual take apart and put together. You are a truly experienced mechanic which taught me much about my Chrysler 300. Thanks!
Anthony Lopez When it comes to the coils.....inspect the boots to see if you see a white dot.....otherwise if not then they most likely are okay. Getting a scanner that can show you the misfire counters would help to show which cylinder. Otherwise thanks for the great feedback and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and enjoy the weekend.
Probably the best repair video tutorial I’ve ever come across. Excellent work!
Wow.....thats awesome feedback! Many thanks for that and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and check out my others.
I followed this channel and replaced the rocker arms on my 3.6 Dodge Ram. His videos on the 3.6 are great!👍
Well done - I started about 5 other videos before finding yours. Great delivery, angles, technique. Will be digging through some more of yours!
Thanks Billie! Appreciate the comment and for you following along. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
Just bought a 2018 Cherokee, this channel will be priceless to me in no time. Subbed.
Awesome. Glad to be able to offer this resource. Thanks for finding the channel
David, I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for taking the time to bring us along!
Thank u brother. I just changed my plugs with this video easily. I was willing to pay up to $250 to a mechanic but they all wanted $374 before taxes. It took me an hour and 22 minutes (i'm not a mechanic). They were charging for 3 1/2 hour labor.
Thank you sir. I've watched 10 different videos to see the back two nuts and the stud to remove and none of them showed them. You have excellent tutorial skills. Now I am able to do this on my 2013 Dodge Durango. I just wish it had the room that Charger has in the back of the throttle body...
Took me about 2 hours to do on my own thank you!
Thank you very much for the video, I just replaced the spark plugs in my 2012 charger following your instructions step by step, you are a life and money saver, the dealer wanted more than 400 dollars thanks again man.
Awesome Cesar! Glad you were able to take it on yourself with the help of this video. Thanks for finding the channel and make sure to subscribe
About to do the same! Not gonna bring it to a shop. Thanks mechanic for the detailed vid
Awesome instructional video. I am not mechanically inclined, and I was able to complete this job in about an hour.
Thanks man! Did this today and you're instructions were spot on. Saved me $100's
Just saved a bunch of money doing this! I changed my spark plugs anyway but ended up being a pin hole like you said In the boot of one of my ignition coils. Thanks!!
Thanks David!! I've been looking for a step by step instructions for changing the plugs ..now I know why I wasn't able to take my upper intake manifold off...Thank You Sir I'll be changing the plugs tomorrow
Glad that I had a video that helped out. I appreciate you searching and finding it. Take your time and it should go well. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
Just wanted to thank you for this video it helped me out tremendously for replacing the spark plugs in my 2013 Dodge Charger!
I know this is a older video ,but it's very detailed and helped with torque specs and torque sequence. Started at 8:50am and had the job complete by 9:40am. Didn't take long at all thank to your tips
Thank you so much just saved 800 bucks doing it myself.
Knowing all the bolts and tools needed ahead, appreciated! Thank you 💓. Took care of my mom's car
Great job! This has to be the best video on how to do this job on the internet. Thank you for a comprehensive video showing all the tips and steps.
This is the best tune up video for a Dodge Challenger. Thank you. In about 30,000 more miles, I'll be looking at this again. Thanks David.
Much appreciated! Glad that you searched and eventually found my channel. Its always nice to hear feedback like this. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos....I know there has to be something else that might help you.
David that was a outstanding video. I work on a lot of cars, but i never change plugs on a challenger with your video you made it look so easy and for the most part it was thank you keep them coming brother,
Saved me $500 and few headaches on top! Youre the man
You sir are a real credit to you tube. Your videos are so clear and easy to watch I can't wait for the next one. Thank you for posting for all to see.
Much appreciated Ken. Its always cool to get feedback on the videos......also doesnt hurt when its a positive as that lol. I actually made that video in a way that it covered 3 repairs.....the plug replacement.....the oil filter housing replacement....and the oil pressure sensor replacement. Which means.....expect 2 more.
Extremely Helpful!
Thank you, for making, & posting this video👍🏽 I would not be surprised if your step-by-step instructions have helped as many people that you have folks that have viewed this here tutorial.
Again, Thank you!
- JG (PNW/WA State)
Used this to change mine. No codes no problem whatsoever. Thank you.
Thank you for the video now I’m ready to change my spargplugs on my chrisler 300.
This is a great video. My 15-year-old son was able to use this video and able to change the spark plugs and coil packs on our 2014 Dodge Interceptor. GREAT VIDEO
Most detailed video ever! Other videos discouraged me but this one has my hyped! I think I can do this! Thank you man!! Good job!!
Very well done, David. Just did maintenance on a 3.6 Jeep a few weeks ago. Can't believe how much Chrysler has detuned that engine in a Jeep. A loaded Caravan with a big mama onboard would blow it's doors off.
Its cool to see that they are pushing 300hp almost out of that v6. Thats more then the older 5.2 and 5.9 gas v8 engines we use to run.
The Ram 1500 version of the 3.6 puts out 305 hp. It does a remarkable job. I pull my travel trailer with it and I does just as good as my f150 with a 5.4 v8 did. And with MUCH better gas mileage.
dam i dont know how better a video can get than this ... now i can tackle my plugs on my challenger
best video / detailed on dodge spark plugs i’ve ever seen
I'm a novice but I work on my 2016 300 C and I've been search for up to date videos to help me. Good job bud
Always glad to help spread the knowledge. Thanks for watching Darryl! Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.
I certainly subscribed and love the other videos. Do you have any advice on how to align the headlights for a 2016 chrysler 300? Possibly vertically and horizontally.
Thank you for making this. I was told I'd have to remove intake for plug replacement. The thought is much worse than the job itself.
Very detailed and to the point!
Thanks for watching and appreciate the kind words. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic I just wanted to say, ever since I've owned my Journey (2013), you've given me the one piece of confidence I lack at times and that is torque sequences and specs. I don't know why manufacturers make it so hard to find them. I'm lucky and my local parts guy at the dealership has no problem printing me off such things.
Thanks for such an awesome well detailed video. You have saved me a lot of money and gave me the confidence to do this job myself.
Thank you very much, David, for the excellent detailed video. You spoke clearly and not to fast. All understandable! I will be having my plugs changed tomorrow at the local Chrysler dealership.. Your video convinced me this job is one pay grade above mine.
David Robins Thanks for watching David! Nothing wrong with knowing your skill level. Thanks one reason for these videos.....to educate people so they know what’s involved. Appreciate you reaching out and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe
Got a quote today...$600 just for the labor. After watching this video I will be doing the job myself. Just waiting for my neck to heal from fusion surgery.
Smooth delivery smooth explanations detailed information but not excessive unnecessary jibber jabber. I like 👍
Glad that people see the work that goes into these videos including the explanations.
Best video on this iv seen so far, I will be doing my own now.
Straight up Bust Auto tutorial I've ever seen. Well described, closeups, still camera. Dude you could be a producer. 2 big thumbs up!!
+David Anderson Man.....now that’s some great feedback. Wish I could do it full time but it doesn’t pay well enough lol. Maybe someone will fill the same way one day and pay up lol
Wow! Very clear and easy to follow instructions. Appreciate you sharing this vid!
Awesome. This is what I was looking for. Thank you!!
Got mines done in under 2 hours. Thanks David!
Great job! Not as big a job as some people make it out to be as you have seen
Thanks to your video, I did this on my own and my car passed the emissions test. The next time I need to do something to my Charger,I'm checking to see if you have a video on it. Thanks again.
This is perfect. I’m getting misfire codes on cylinder 2 rn and I know the dealer is gonna try and break my pockets. I’m just gonna round up the guys and we can just do this in the garage lol thank you
Great job. I too live in Georgia and I am a Technical Instructor for a major airline and I was very impressed with your professional presentation skills and natural talent at clearly explaining the process with excellent attention to detail and providing very good camera angles and lighting. I subbed and gave a thumbs up. Thank you!
I appreciate the feedback/kind words from someone like yourself. It really means a lot
You are awesome! Very detailed and easy to follow!
This video helped me get the job done with confidence!!
I'll be changing my spark plugs and coil pack on a 2011 dodge charger next weekend because of this informative video. Will let you know how it goes.
Thank you SO MUCH for these videos. You have saved me tons of money with them.
Props for making some of the best videos on RUclips 🎉
Used this video to change plugs on my 2014 grand Cherokee summit 3.6L. Small things were different but for the most part it is spot on.
Prior to starting make sure you have:
New plugs (duh)
Anti seize compound
Electric grease
New gaskets for the upper manifold( part # in video)
Lots of sockets/ wrenches
Needle nose pliers, flat head screw driver, rags
Patience
Many thanks for the tips! I appreciate the comment and for you watching. Glad it turned out well. Dont forget to subscribe if you havent already.
Lots o 3.6 Jeep Wranglers cruising around. Thanks for the great videos!
Very true.....Its on my to film list. Thank you.
Best mechanic video I've ever seen. Thanks
Many many thanks! Appreciate it Daniel and make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.
I want you to know that was the best, spot on, most detailed tutorial i have ever seen a mechanic do on here and ive had to watch maybe a few thousand from past vehicles. You did it perfect all the way down to giving torque specs and giving the reassembly pattern. Idk if ive ever even commented on a youtube video in my life but i had to say, thank you for taking the time and effort to make this. It was nothing short of perfect. 👍👍👍 @MotorCity Mechanic
Great vid man your the real MVP! Just changed all my spark plugs thanks to this vid now all I need is a vid on how to change the antifreeze
Much appreciated Mark! Thanks for the feedback. I will keep that video request in mind as future video. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Thank you for the vid. Man times have changed. Now we gotta so much more just to do what used to be a simple job. I do appreciate the vid to guide me on this job.
The best thing is that they extended the service intervals so that instead of replacing the plugs at 30,000 miles.....its now around 100,000 miles. So less often but still more steps for sure. Thanks John for watching and for the comment. Dont forget to subscribe
Thank you, I just changed my plugs and it went smooth! tips were helpful esp. on removing the cable bracket from the 13 mm stud.
Awesome! glad it worked out. Thanks for commenting and for the feedback, also for being a loyal subscriber.
I love how he explains everything
Great video. Thoroughly explained. Never have I done plugs before but I feel as though I have the know how to get it done! Thanks you sir!!
Hey David! Fantastic video! I had a hundred sixteen thousand miles on my plug so I figure I was about due and your video made it quick and painless! Great job of explaining great camera angles and the addition of Bolt sequence was awesome! Thank you again! I couldn't have done it without you!
Thanks Troy for the kind words! Always happy to help. Dont forget to subscribe and click that bell.
Agreed. Him taking the time to show the exact location of the 13mm studded bolt was great. only 80k until mine need to be changed. LOL.
@@Jeckler Well know you will know what to do when you finally reach that mileage when needed lol. Thanks for the kind words and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
Ur the Man. Simply the best mopar guy i know. Thanks so much for ur info.
Thanks Paul! I appreciate the kind words and support. Glad that I can share what I know. Dont forget to subscribe if you havent already.
Very detailed saved me a bunch of money and gave me a lot of knowledge thank u
That was a great detailed video. I love it so much. Other videos people don’t even talk, they just change it all pit
Glad you enjoyed and glad you found this channel. Now make sure to check out my other videos and subscribe