08-12 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plug Change

Here I just go over the steps in the process of changing spark plugs on an 08 to 12 Chevy Malibu 2.4L Flex fuel.

[@jonnymo1976]

The repair item list includes: Ratchet 10mm extender attachment 4 spark plugs - Iridium (41-103) AC Delco is the recommended brand Needle nose pliers Anti-Seize Dielectric Grease (for inside the boot) 5/8 spark plug socket Flathead Screwdriver Thanks for posting this vid Tony.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

jonnymo thank you. And thanks for creating a list. Great idea!

[@Mr.NoName1994]

The video and list is really big help thanks guys

[@dennisross3152]

Thank you for your video, it was" MOST HELPFUL" in working on my daughter's vehicle. I worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for 50 some years. But never liked working on automotive vehicles, because they are a pain in the ass. Again, THANK YOU! I enjoyed the way you took your time and explained every step.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you I really appreciate it and really happy you found it helpful!! 👍👍👍

[@Helicard]

The last spark plug video I watch made me think about selling my car. Thank you for clarifying

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Helicard haha damn. Your welcome. I'm glad I could help. Thank you for watching!!!

[@ATPrx23]

Amazing How to video for DYI! Excellent job! Thanks for sharing!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Austin Phillips thank you and thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

[@brycelund7155]

nice vids man, nothing like jamming out to 3 days grace and working on cars

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Bryce Lund thank you!

[@dewaynecummings5210]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video, good job.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you

[@victoriousmaximus1659]

Great video! Thanks for the DIY info.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Victorious Maximus thank you. Glad you enjoyed

[@lucastroesh149]

Dope tech n9ne hoodie. And thanks for the vid!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you!!

[@williamrose300]

Great video...I'm doing this job tomorrow...Thanks for the advise!!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Glad you enjoyed 👍

[@ChristopherSmith-yd6ys]

Thanks for this video . I was thinking about setting the damn car on fire. . The video was a huge help. Fine job!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you and I'm really glad you got some help from the video. I appreciate the comment

[@jayboxingtalk8501]

Thanks for explaining everything and showing the type of spark plug. Great video!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

yourreal name your welcome and thank you I'm really glad you enjoyed

[@jamesrichardson771]

Good job 💥 - I love your cleanliness !!! I'm kinda O.C.D. in that area' too 👍

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Haha thank you 👍

[@blakesperfslage6072]

Clean engine bay👌great info too!

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you 👍

[@blakesperfslage6072]

2012? Do you use a uv protectant on the engine cover or take it off to clean it sometimes?

[@TonyTheTechnician]

@@blakesperfslage6072 I would just wipe down the engine bay once a month with a All purpose cleaner and usually use vrp or silk shine to keep it looking new

[@orakelgottes]

thanks man for sharing !

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Orakel Gottes thanks for watching

[@williamwisenheimer2704]

Nice job, Thanks

[@TonyTheTechnician]

William Wisenheimer thank you 👍🏻

[@antoniok7224]

Is AC Delco the best spark plugs to get or NGK? I thought all GM takes AC Delco

[@DonPMaroney]

A very good and detailed video. However, most plug manufactures, including NGK specifically, do not recommend the use of anti-seize grease on spark plugs. It can lead to over tightening, breakage, etc., and offers no advantage. It is not used at the factory.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Thank you and while i agree to some point it actually depends on if you are working with iron or aluminum, the plug brand and the factory did alot of things wrong lol

[@germanprado4148]

Hey Bro I want to Know how to open up to chek inside the dashboard

[@ivancantu6810]

Do you have to reset battery after changing spark plugs?

[@petepoole4495]

I have a 2010 Chevy Malibu spark plugs in it 5263 can I put 5144 in them

[@Toolaholic7]

The AC Delco iridium spark plugs are actually rebranded NGKs.NGK makes them for AC Delco.Stay away from the Bosch and E3 spark plugs if you want to do the job once.These two do cause misfires and have encountered misfire codes due to these two brands installed.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

wafrederick ya i never buy Bosch or those e3 sparkplugs

[@amarrero86]

TECH TECH N9NE N9NE!!!

[@dsparky7194]

Have you ever experienced reduced engine power on your chevy if so how did u fix it? Any helps thank you

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Daniel Segura I haven’t experienced it with mine but you should be able to pull a code. It’s most likely emissions related

[@orakelgottes]

Daniel Segura ... the reduced engine power on chevy malibu is caused by broken throttle body .. replace it with a new one and you will be happy .. I know it because i experienced it .. God bless

[@emadfikry1023]

what's the item model no. & OEM part no. for this spark plug ac delco ?

[@danielhervert3629]

Emad Fikry 41-103, that's the model

[@KatieBonillaFitness]

Do I need to disconnect the battery before changing out my spark plugs?

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Katie Meneely Fitness alot of people do not disconnect the battery but any time you work with the electrical system on a car it is suggested to disconnect the battery. Thank you!!

[@JohnnyReyGonzalez]

@@TonyTheTechnician did you?

[@youngestson65]

So the AC Delco plugs are already gapped?

[@TonyTheTechnician]

youngestson65 if they are Iridium spark plugs

[@victormiranda1235]

Whats the gap supposed to be sir

[@slowerlane]

@@victormiranda1235 The video said that the gap should be 0.44 inches, and if somehow they're not, you should return them rather than adjust them yourself.

[@rngray764]

What are two sensors on top next to 1st coil pack

[@PRStremonti97]

Intake/exhaust cam actuators (vvt solenoids)

[@miguelsanchez10]

Please come to Mexico and change mines heheheh

[@TonyTheTechnician]

Lol 😂👍

[@michaelrandall7667]

I have the 2.4, though not flex fuel, so maybe something is different. But why waste the time with the air box and all that? Pop the intake tube, pop the cover off and go to town.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

That's all we did was pop the intake hose and cover. The only extra part I did was clean the air filter box

[@ryklondrina]

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[@johnantonopoulous6381]

Do not use anti sneeze on those plugs you have over torqued the treads in the head.

[@TonyTheTechnician]

There is nothing wrong with using anti seize on spark plugs. Yes it can change torque reading but not by much. If anything reduce your torque setting by a couple ft lbs. Although most will just install spark plugs hand tight. It is better to use anti seize to prevent corrosion, galling while installing new spark plugs and to help with thermal cycling since the spark plugs see alot of temperature change. It also depends on the brand you use and what they recommend. Never just assume one way is better then the other just bc that is what you were told or taught. Thanks for watching 👍

[@johnantonopoulous6381]

actually most modern cars require the you to index the spark plug, it has to line up to a very specific location with very specific amount of torque so you actually can't change the torque value or the engine doesn't fire right so you shouldn't use anti seize because the nickel-coated plugs. If you buy the old style black plugs those you have to use anti seize

[@TonyTheTechnician]

@@johnantonopoulous6381 it depends on the vehicle. This vehicle is not specific to direction or index. And your most likely talking about direct injection engines where the fuel is injected into the cylinder itself so the spark needs to be more specific but overall besides that. As long as spark happens at the right time and right power it doesn't matter the direction of the ground. Either way I'm getting off topic now. I'm saying on this vehicle it is best to anti seize since clocking it doesn't matter as long as the Gap is right. Especially with aluminum heads on alot of these newer engines. You don't want to damage threads or deal with corrosion

[@johnantonopoulous6381]

@@TonyTheTechnician can you tell me why every single manual says never to use anti seize on chrome plugs.the number one issue with an anti sneeze is that they're almost either over torqued or loose and it's a plug vibrates the threads get destroyed and then you have to re tap the head.and if they don't vibrate loose and to see is also acts as an insulator keeping the heat in the plug not allowing it to dissipate in the head and the plugs fail faster

[@TonyTheTechnician]

@@johnantonopoulous6381 I understand some manufacturers not wanting anti seize on the spark plugs they recommend but not all of them. And if you have ever done spark plugs on anything besides newer cars you know that anti seize does not effect the torque that much. I mean very little. Anti seize is used on alot of different parts for the same reason. Also anti seize is not going to affect any heat disipation to the point of failure. It helps with heat cycles. I'm not telling you you have to use anti seize you can do as you wish or what the manufacturer recommends. I'm just saying for many many years this has been done for specific jobs. And never had any issues with loose or over tightening or any issues in general

[@stevensprouse7182]

Techa ninna n9ne

[@TonyTheTechnician]

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