Where do I get the correct spark plugs for my Toyota?
Dual Electrode Correct Plugs! If you want to be 100 percent sure you are getting the right plugs call your local Toyota dealership and ask for the parts department. Give them your VIN number and ask them for the spark plugs. If they’re being nice you can ask them for the part number (correct,) and then order them online.
How often should you change spark plugs on a Toyota 3.4L?
Every 30,000 miles with these type of plugs. Don’t worry about changing the plugs on the 3.4l is really straight forward. It is a good practice to do often anyway. Spark plugs are cheap and honestly worth replacing often to get the best gas mileage and performance out of your truck.
Are there spark plugs in a Toyota Tacoma?
DO NOT put any plugs except the OEM dual electrode plugs in a Toyota 3.4l engine. I will be making a video shortly, but my friend’s car has the bosch plugs in it. It is a 2001 Toyota Tacoma with the 3.4l and only 80,000 original miles.
What’s the life of a Toyota spark plug?
• Normal replacement interval for plugs: 30-40.000 km for “nickel”, ~80.000 km for “platinum”, 60-120.000 km for “iridium” of different designs. The real lifetime of plugs is limited by the quality of local gasoline and the technical condition of a particular engine.
When to replace the spark plugs on a Toyota?
Pulling the spark plugs will make it obvious if replacement is needed — damage on the plugs is usually very obvious. When you’re ready to replace your spark plugs at the regular interval, or if they have become damaged, start your search here for high-quality Toyota replacement plugs.
Why do Toyota spark plugs have an you shaped groove?
The name explains the design of this plug — it uses a U-shaped groove in the ground electrode. This u-groove traps the air/fuel mixture before the spark plug fires, making for a large spark, reducing fouling, and making for more efficient combustion. Available for select models, this design has several benefits:
When do you know it’s time to change the spark plug?
Here’s how you know if it’s time to change the plug: Rough engine idle. When your engine is not under acceleration (idling), it should run smoothly and consistently — if the plugs aren’t performing correctly, it will shudder and hesitate. Trouble starting the car.
Where do spark plugs go in an engine?
They sit inside the cylinder head where they create the spark that ignites fuel — the combustion that enables your engine to run. Spark plugs that have outlived their time will cause misfires in your engine — robbing it of efficiency and performance. Here’s what you need to know about spark plug replacement.