Spark plug torque?

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Jun 2, 2008 | 04:10 PM

mile high king

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Spark plug torque?

Can anyone with a servicemanual provide me the torque for the spark plugs? (TC96 on 08 RKC if that matters).

Jun 2, 2008 | 04:15 PM

stro1965

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RE: Spark plug torque?

I don't have mine here with me but I remember it said something like "if you don't have a torque wrench, 1/4 turn past finger tight". In other words, don't crank too hard.

Jun 2, 2008 | 04:23 PM

XTrooper3936

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RE: Spark plug torque?

12-18 ft-lbs from the service manual.

Jun 2, 2008 | 04:34 PM

TN Houndog

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RE: Spark plug torque?

I use 15 FT LB, and be sure to use a LITTLE never-sieze on the threads. It'll keep you from galling the threads and make plug changes MUCH easier later on.

Jun 2, 2008 | 04:37 PM

XTrooper3936

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RE: Spark plug torque?

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ORIGINAL: TN Houndog

I use 15 FT LB, and be sure to use a LITTLE never-sieze on the threads. It'll keep you from galling the threads and make plug changes MUCH easier later on.

Good advice. Using anti-seize on the threads is especially important with aluminum heads.