Toyota Repair: 2003 Echo Spark Plug Replacement, denso plugs, haynes manual


Question
How do I go about changing the spark plugs on my 2003 Toyota Echo?

Answer
Same as any other engine. You remove the covers, remove the plug/coils to have access to the top of the plugs. Use a plug wrench on an adapter to remove the plugs.
Apply anti-sieze compound to the new plugs, the torque specification is either 15-ftlb, or 17ft-lb. Installation is the reverse of removal.



ONLY use NGK or Denso plugs in the vehicle. I will gauren-damn-tee you if you go putting any other bullshit American, or German designed plug in that engine it'll perform like ass within a year *compaired* to the most basic NGK, or Denso plug. (Denso ignition systems are taylord to very low resistance Japanese designed plugs.)


If you're going to be servicing your vehicle (Which is great). You really should invest $10 on Techinfo.Toyota.com to get the Factory Repair Manuals. Or try to find someone online selling them <cough> illegally <cough>. Or like, buy a $20 Haynes manual.