How to Change Sparkplugs on a 2002 Trans AM WS-6?

**DRA01** · 08-09-2011, 04:22 AM

How does one get the far back right sparkplug out?

**Mr. Luos** · 08-09-2011, 06:42 AM

I found that a 1.75" long extension was my best friend.

Stock manifolds or headers??

***SMWS6TA*** · 08-09-2011, 07:50 AM

Are you talking about the #8 cylinder (rear, passenger side)?

Like Curtis asked stock manifolds or headers?

When I had to remove the #8 on stock manifolds I had to remove the starter and go up from the bottom. With headers now, I can go from the top using an extension and a universal.

**TransAmX2** · 08-09-2011, 07:55 AM

I also found the stubby(3") craftsman 3/8" rachet with the pivoting head came in really handy (I'm sure all major tool mfgrs make something similar):

**pajeff02** · 08-09-2011, 08:15 AM

Number 8 from underneath the car is very easy -- no need to remove anything to get to it in most cases. Make sure you apply anti-seize to the spark plug threads and that you only torque them to 11 ft.lbs. Also, a dab of dielectric grease in the plug boots allows for easier removal inthe future and also helps to seal out moisture.

***SMWS6TA*** · 08-09-2011, 10:38 AM

I also forgot to add a small amount of blood & flesh mixed with a lot of cussing and cursing individuals

**Lunatikgixxer** · 08-09-2011, 11:06 AM

you can reach it from the top if you dont want to jack up your car, just remove the coil pack. Its really not too hard once you do it a couple times, just a pain in the ass. And yes make sure no young children are around because you will be cussing

**DRA01** · 08-09-2011, 04:05 PM

Thanks everyone! I may take look from underneath first before trying to remove the coil rack.

**INMY01TA** · 08-09-2011, 05:24 PM

I find it harder to get the plug wire off sometimes than to get the plug out. Maybe I shouldn't use the stock heat shields on that one.

**Mean Green Z28** · 08-09-2011, 06:20 PM

Take the coil pack off. I use a spark plug socket and a stubby wrench on the end of it. Have done it a billion times with and without headers

**silverWS6** · 08-10-2011, 09:14 PM

+1 for removing coil pack, a few screws to remove and goes on tight with just about 3 of them back on. If you want extra clearance then remove the valve cover also, I do that too and it makes it a breeeeeeze.