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Old Sep 13, 2019 | 11:34 AM
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Spark Plugs Replacement

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How often are we supposed to replace spark plugs. If the tips have no visual deterioration, do you still have to replace them after certain time period?
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Google found this - page 35: 60,000 miles

https://www.mbusa.com/vcm/MB/Digital...ce-Booklet.pdf
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Originally Posted by anavabi
Thank you
Now is the time to change spark plugs on my 2006 ML500. I have the removal wrench and I can get the front ones out ok. But rear ones seem tight to use the wrench. Is there some other ways to get the spark plugs out?
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If you have a swivel socket you shouldn't have a problem
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Originally Posted by Maj. Dundee
If you have a swivel socket you shouldn't have a problem

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Originally Posted by Maj. Dundee
If you have a swivel socket you shouldn't have a problem
What should the torque be for the plugs please

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It's in the PDF that I supplied you with.
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It's in the PDF that I supplied you with.
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