Removing spark plug caps...best method
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2007 ML 350 - VIN 4JGBB86E17A211020
Removing spark plug caps...best method
Hi MB World patrons...I bought new plugs at Advance on sale in prep for winter...
Last time I changed the plugs I recollect troubles getting the spark plug covers off...they are a pourous aluminum material and extend into the valve cover.
I have a nice set of log needle nose from when I changed the bulbs in my wife's ML...thought that might be the right tool for the job...
As always any tips welcome!
Last time I changed the plugs I recollect troubles getting the spark plug covers off...they are a pourous aluminum material and extend into the valve cover.
I have a nice set of log needle nose from when I changed the bulbs in my wife's ML...thought that might be the right tool for the job...
As always any tips welcome!
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85 911 Targa
Just grab at the housing with both hands, not the wire and pull, pull hard. They will give. Using a plyer may rip the rubber cover like the previous wrench did on mine.
This time around place some di-electric grease or BOSCH dizzy grease ( it holds up to the heat much better ) so the next time it will slip off easily it will also not allow moisture intrusion.
This time around place some di-electric grease or BOSCH dizzy grease ( it holds up to the heat much better ) so the next time it will slip off easily it will also not allow moisture intrusion.
