Recommended replacement interval for the part category Spark plug : 7 year / 105000 km

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Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Tools you might need:

                      High-temperature anti-seize lubricant
                    
                      Drive socket # 8
                    
                      Drive socket # 10
                    
                      Spark plug socket # 16
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Flat Screwdriver
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). AUTODOC experts recommend:

The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Release the air filter cover clips. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 4

Unscrew the air filter housing fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
Step 6

Remove the air filter housing.
Step 7

Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Remove the engine cover.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 9

Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells. Use a flat screwdriver.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
Step 10

Unscrew the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Unplug the connectors from the ignition coils. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 12

Take out the ignition coils from the spark plug wells.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). AUTODOC recommends:
Remember the sequence of steps for ignition coil demounting.
Step 13

Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.

Step 14

Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Take out the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 16

Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 17

Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats. Use the spark plug socket #16.
Step 18

Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Professionals recommend:
Don't tighten the plugs with excessive force. Exceeding tightening torque can damage the thread connection.Be careful when working with a spark plug wrench. Its skewing can cause damage to the threaded connection.
Step 19

Install the ignition coils to the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Tip from AUTODOC:
Follow the installation sequence.
Step 20

Plug in the connectors of the ignition coils.
Step 21

Install the spark plug wire connectors into the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Tip:
Follow the installation sequence.
Step 22

Tighten the fasteners of the ignition coils. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 23

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Replacement: spark plugs – SUZUKI GRAND VITARA II (JT). Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 24

Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 25

Reinstall the air filter housing.
Step 26

Connect the air intake pipe to the air filter housing.
Step 27

Screw the filter housing fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 28

Press the air filter cover clips into place.

Step 29

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 30

Close the hood.

Step 31

Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.

Step 32

Shut off the engine.

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