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Originally Posted by SVX8588
My car is running a little rough before it gets warmed up, and I have a few leaky seals and the oil pressure sensor is leaking as well. I want to do a good tune up and replace the seals while I'm at it.
So I'm wondering what I should do for the tuneup. This is what I've thought of so far:
1. Plugs (what kind?) NGK Irridium
2. plug wires Do not exist
3. should I do coils or would it be obvious if one was bad? EDIT: just looked at coil prices. I won't be doing those unless necessary!
4. clean TPS
5. already changed fuel filter not too long ago
6. Air filter
7. Clean injectors
8. What else??
Since I need to replace the rocker/valve cover gaskets, I'm thinking it will be easier to just pull the engine. That will make changing the plugs easier and then I can do the main seal at the same time.
I did a search for what to do for a good tuneup, but couldn't find much so that's why I'm asking 
Any and all suggestions welcome (doesn't mean I'll listen, though  )
Thanks! |
Remove the airbox and snorkus.
Remove the airbox mounting bracket.
Remove the battery.
Pull the coils, using a 12mm ratcheting box end wrench.
Spend some quality time "expressing yourself".
Use words like;!@#$%^ and &*()_!!! You will feel better for it.
Apply salve to your burnt hands, and wait for the engine to cool.
Remove the valve covers using a 1/4" drive ratchet and a short 10mm socket.
A 10mm ratcheting box end is usefull as well.
Once the valve covers are removed the plugs are now a 18-30 minute job!
Use anti-sieze on the threads.
Now spend the rest of the day cleaning up the 17 gallons of oil that has covered your garage floor.
Golly this has been fun!
