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What size spark plug socket do I need ?

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Old 01-23-2014 | 01:59 PM
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What size spark plug socket do I need ?
I have a 2001 s 430 my tech school supplied me with spark plug socket but it's not the right size for my plugs any one know what size I need ?
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Old 01-23-2014 | 02:55 PM
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As far as I know, 2 sizes 13/16 and 5/8, try the 5/8
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Old 01-23-2014 | 03:21 PM
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5/8ths
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Old 01-23-2014 | 09:13 PM
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Is 5/8 the same as 18 mil ?
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Old 01-23-2014 | 09:30 PM
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ok sorry please disregaurd that last question my instructor said 18 mil but I think ill go with 5/8 ill order it tomorrow thansk
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Old 01-24-2014 | 11:43 AM
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Since you are doing the work yourself the hardest two plugs to change are those on the driver's side closest to the firewall. Very little space to operate. Hopefully you have the special wrench to remove the spark plug wires. It definitely makes the job much easier.
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