Spark plug change DIY
07-22-2011, 12:07 PM
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2005 C55 ///AMG
Spark plug change DIY
Is there a spark plug DIY for the C55 anywhere, done a search but turend up nothing. I normally change plugs myself on my cars but had a look at these and they look a tad harder to access!
Anyone done it?
Anyone done it?
07-23-2011, 04:48 PM
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2005 C55, 2006 Ram 2500 MegaCab diesel, sold 2001 Dodge 2500 Cummins, sold 87 190e-16v, sold 97 e420
It's not a hard job to do, pull in the airbox, make sure you have a good "u-joint" for your ratchet. Also, look for a spark plug boot puller as they are tough to get off.
Should take about 2 hrs.
Should take about 2 hrs.
07-23-2011, 06:34 PM
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C32/C55 AMG
I've done it on my C32 and it was very simple, those wires are difficult to get off, but with a spark plug boot puller, it will be a piece of cake. I did it at night with little to no light and it was still easy. Use an extension and a spark plug socket.
07-25-2011, 10:44 PM
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I used long needle nosed pliers, but actual boot pullers look more like rubber coated tongs. You can find them at auto parts stores. I put a generous coating of dielectric grease in my boots when I reinstalled them to make sure they slip right off next time.
http://www.permatex.com/products/aut...-Up_Grease.htm
http://www.permatex.com/products/aut...-Up_Grease.htm
