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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004AVALANCHE 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN T
Spark Plug: Service and Repair
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Service and Repair
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the spark plug wire.
2. Loosen the spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
3. Brush or using compressed air, blow away any dirt from around the spark plug.
4. Remove the spark plug.If removing more than one plug, place each plug in a tray marked with the corresponding cylinder number.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Correctly position the spark plug washer.
2. Inspect the spark plug gap. Adjust the gap as needed.
Spark plug gap: 1.016 mm (0.040 in)
3. Hand start the spark plug in the corresponding cylinder.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Tighten the spark plug.
- Tighten the plug to 15 N.m (11 lb ft) for used heads.
- Tighten the plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) for NEW heads.
5. Install the spark plug wire.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the spark plug wire.
2. Loosen the spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
3. Brush or using compressed air, blow away any dirt from around the spark plug.
4. Remove the spark plug.If removing more than one plug, place each plug in a tray marked with the corresponding cylinder number.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Correctly position the spark plug washer.
2. Inspect the spark plug gap. Adjust the gap as needed.
Spark plug gap: 1.016 mm (0.040 in)
3. Hand start the spark plug in the corresponding cylinder.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Tighten the spark plug.
- Tighten the plug to 15 N.m (11 lb ft) for used heads.
- Tighten the plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) for NEW heads.
5. Install the spark plug wire.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.