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What size are Honda Civic spark plugs?

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What size are Honda Civic spark plugs?

14mm
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What spark plug size do I need?

Most spark plugs require a 5/8″ (16mm) size spark plug socket. This refers to the size of the flats on the spark plug that are in contact with the socket. This spark plug requires the 5/8″ spark plug socket, which will probably fit a 3/8 ratchet extension.

How long does it take to change spark plugs on a Honda Civic?

Changing spark plugs takes about an hour (for a four-cylinder engine) and will save you at least a hundred bucks in labor if you do it yourself. In most cases it’s a simple job that will help to maintain peak performance and the highest possible gas mileage.

What does hex size mean on a spark plug?

A plugs hex size determines the socket required for installation. While 5/8″ (16mm) and 13/16″ are the two most common plug hex sizes, plugs can have a hex as small as 8mm or larger than 1″.

How do you change spark plugs on a Honda Civic?

  1. Remove the HT leads from their housing on the spark plugs.
  2. Use the 5/8 socket head to remove the old spark plugs from within the engine.
  3. Once out, measure the distance between the points of the spark plug.
  4. Before putting the new spark plugs into place, add some anti-seize or copper grease to the threads of them.

What kind of spark plug do I need for Honda Civic?

As an alternative, you can use Denso parts. For Honda Civic: This NGK V-Power is great for older 2001-2005 Civics with 1.7L engine. That’s a copper spark plug so you’ll need to change it faster (~30k miles or so) than newer platinum or iridium ones.

What kind of spark plugs do I need for my Honda Pilot?

If you prefer a platinum option, these Denso TT plugs cover 2000-2011 Civic models. For Honda Accord & Honda Pilot: I’d recommend you get the NGK IX Iridium. This set of NGK plugs fits 2008-2017 Accord models perfectly. It also fits 2009-2017 Honda Pilot vehicles. The IX is NGK’s premium spark plug line.

What kind of spark plug does a Honda Accord have?

As I mentioned, most of Honda vehicles come with NGK spark plugs installed with them. Some select models have Densos inside. This doesn’t correlate to VTEC or not, 1.7L or 3L and other technical specifications. I know a lot of people choose to put Bosch spark plugs in their Honda cars.

What should the gap be on Honda spark plugs?

Important note: The proper spark plug gap on Honda cars is .043” (or 1.1mm). All of the plugs I recommended above fit that specification. If you decide to go for platinum or iridium plugs, do not touch or try to adjust them. There’s a high chance that you’ll break the more delicate tip.