1994 Isuzu Rodeo Question spark plug removal

1994 ISUZU RODEO
194,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GRCARNES
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Is there a special way or tool to get by the rubber spak plug tube seals in order to replace plugs?
Jan 27, 2010 at 3:14 PM
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Hi grcarnes,Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation. TROOPER (UX) AND RODEO (UC) 6VD1 SOHC SPARK PLUG TUBE REPLACEMENT (Supersedes SB96-01-L001, to include sublet allowance information) APPLICABLE VEHICLES Trooper (UX) and Rodeo (UC) models equipped with 6VD1 SOHC engine. SERVICE INFORMATION If a spark plug tube (cylinder head tube) must be replaced, use the following procedure: DISASSEMBLY 1. Spark Plug Tube


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^ Remove spark plug tube using Kent-Moore tool J-41730 and slide hammer J-2619-01 (Figure 1A and 1B). Leave spark plug contact. CLEAN ^ Spark plug tube joining area. Carefully remove all varnish, soot, and old adhesive. Do not use motorized wire brush for cleaning. REASSEMBLY 1. Spark Plug Tube ^ Apply LOCTITE 290, or equivalent, to outer edge of spark plug tube (Figure 1C).


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^ Install new spark plug tube, using Kent-Moore tool J-41730 and plastic-faced hammer (Figure 2).


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^ Measure spark plug tube height (Figure 3). Spark Plug Tube Height: 64 mm +/- 0.5 mm 2.52 in +/- .02 in
Jan 27, 2010 at 3:35 PM