2008 spark plug boot removal tips
- Thread starter longlivenintendo
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A tool is about the only way to do it, then put dielectric grease inside the boots when reinstalling them.
https://www.amazon.com/spark-plug-boot-removal-tool/s?k=spark+plug+boot+removal+tool
https://www.amazon.com/spark-plug-boot-removal-tool/s?k=spark+plug+boot+removal+tool
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
X2 on the tool. Kinda hard to do if you’re not changing the wires too. old wires fall apart really easy. I usually tear em up even trying to be careful. When my wallet allows I do new wires also 🍺🍺
OP
Really appreciate that tip. I bought it, hopefully should be here tomorrow to continue the work. Really appreciate the help and tips you've all been giving me lately. It's given alot of motivation and second and third lives into this jeep haha.
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
If you do wires do this. Pop the wires out of the wire loom one at a time for the passenger side. Disconnect one wire at a time from the coil on the drivers side. Tape your new wire onto the old wire then pull the old wire out the passenger side which will in turn pull your new wire right in place. Works like a charm👍 If u try to do all 3 at once u will have to send someone to the store for more beer,a bottle of Jack Black, and bandaids😂🍺🍺
Or pay someone like my Mechanic neighbor who is going to replace my passenger side (did my driver side myself)) and with a new EGR valve as well in his warm cozy shop. It is suppose to go down to -37C here next Friday ( we will see) think that is about -40F. Good Times
OP
Thay is an awesome tip thank you! I will do that. Today I managed to remove #5 and #3 briefly and popped them back in loosely for now as I realized the boots were not pulling off cleanly so will need new wires. Will start with 5 then 3 and continue on so I don't mix them up too. I was having a p0205 and p0305 codes and the spark plug in this pic is the #5 next to a new one. Maybe I'm on the right track?
Are you sure your using the correct spark plugs? The one on the right looks longer and completely different.
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
Think your gonna want Champion 7440 in that one👍🍺 just saying that’s the stock plug anyway
OP
they re bosch double platinum. is that not right? I got them at an autoparts store that said it fit the wrangler
Champion 7440 are OE. I suggest taking those back and getting the Champions. Parts stores will tell you a lot of things 'fit" but for certain things on Wranglers, the OE Mopar stuff woks "best". For half the price, I think you'll get better results with the 7440's. My .02.
BTW, RockAuto as the 7440's for $4.18 each. BAM Automotive has a set of 6 for $12.94 but you have to pay shipping.
*EDIT* Grrr... BAM is selling the 7440's for $12.94 EACH! Lukewarm on them now.
*EDIT* Grrr... BAM is selling the 7440's for $12.94 EACH! Lukewarm on them now.
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OP
Ok Better safe than sorry I will take them back. Thanks alot for the heads up
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
I concur with JerryD. I think the 7440 champion are a really good choice. I did put a set of ngk iridium plugs in my 07 as kinda a test to see how she would like them and so far they are doing great. Good mileage and very smooth idle
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
Just another little tip. Be sure to check your gap on the plugs. Some plugs say they are pre-gapped but I have found that not to be true in many instances. Looking for .050. 👍🍺
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OP
I got the 3 passenger side ones in today. I should have gotten the gapper but they looked ok, gonna go get one for the last 3 and cross my fingers. I gotta say the zip tie pull the wire through method was AMAZING. the whole process went relatively smoothly. Those 3 on the passenger side are definite doozies. Very hard to reach and get at. But hopefully these last 3 should be much better
This is a good thread . Was going to do plugs last weekend but ran out of time .
I went with the champion plugs .
Going to do passenger side from the wheel well . Looks to be the easiest way to access.
Pop off tire & fender liner , it’s right there.
Hopefully no issues removing boots or plugs . Will warm up engine first .
No idea when it was done last .Wires are not stock.
I went with the champion plugs .
Going to do passenger side from the wheel well . Looks to be the easiest way to access.
Pop off tire & fender liner , it’s right there.
Hopefully no issues removing boots or plugs . Will warm up engine first .
No idea when it was done last .Wires are not stock.
BigAL07
JK Enthusiast
OP
Changed the rest of the spark plugs today. The driver side was such a breeze compared to passenger side. It is essential to removed the tire and wheel well cover to access 5 and 3. You'll drive yourself nuts otherwise.
That said. I thought it fixed my p0205 p0305 woes but to no avail. Gonna get a noid light tester tomorrow and check to see if the clip is getting power and if it is proceed with changing all the injectors. This is proving to be quite the battle
That said. I thought it fixed my p0205 p0305 woes but to no avail. Gonna get a noid light tester tomorrow and check to see if the clip is getting power and if it is proceed with changing all the injectors. This is proving to be quite the battle