07 MSP6 - Spark Plugs (DIY)

[Gamehendge]

I have around 45k on my speed6 and was thinking of changing out the spark plugs. How hard is it do on the Speed6? Is there anything i should know before doing it myself?

Thanks

 

[Igve2shtz]

No different than any other car to remove the spark plugs other than you have to remove the intercooler. Pretty easy. I used anti-seize on the spark plug threads to prevent from screwing up the threads later on.

 

[banzairx7]

Make sure to set the gap to .028/.030" The plugs I bought were pregapped at over .040" and caused the engine to ping.

 

[Mistersix]

arent plugs good till 60k?

 

[banzairx7]

Supposedly good til 60k. In my MazdaSpeed Miata the 60k mile plugs were toast at 19k. Long life plugs are such a waste. They don't last nearly as long as stated and they don't perform as well as regular plugs. I haven't been able to find a non platinum/iridium plug for our cars yet.

 

[mazda3Txboy]

are you sure .28/.30?? i gapped mine at that,and i was getting some hesitation, called autozone and they said gap for the car should .44