2017 - 2022 Honda CRV Spark plug, Coil pack replacement How To

[@bravogoldeagle8907]

Called the dealer in California today and they are charging $400+tax to install 4 new NGK plugs into my 2018 CRV. Ordered them directly from NGK for $14 each and will install using your video. Saved me $350 dollars. THANK YOU THANK YOU!

[@603Mechanicvids]

thats insane they're really trying to rob people. I'm glad I could help you out and glad you got to save all that money 👍

[@603Mechanicvids]

This is the exact reason I enjoy making diy videos for ppl, I appreciate your comment so much

[@bravogoldeagle8907]

Glad to share the experience. NGK site allowed me to type in my vehicle info and it spits out the plugs I needed. Few dollars to ship and voila. One question, do you disconnect your battery before replacing spark plugs?

[@603Mechanicvids]

no you don't need to

[@lloydcauley4615]

@@603Mechanicvids Nice

[@chriswrerup]

Great video. Today I replaced my NGK spark plugs on my 2018 Honda CRV 1.5 Turbo. Original plugs. 210,000 km!! Took me about 45 mins start to finish working slow and meticulously. This video was awesome! Thanks.

[@603Mechanicvids]

thanks 👍 I'm glad the video helped

[@MrGozieBoy]

Nice presentation, very easy procedure! Good to know I am not the only one to drop bolts into the engine area...

[@603Mechanicvids]

thank you and no your definitely not i do it all the time and usually they get stuck in the worst spots

[@dereknovaes4217]

ENORMOUS thank you! That was $80 total with the socket and extension! AMAZINGLY easy!

[@603Mechanicvids]

You're welcome, glad I could help out

[@whatevs8208]

Omg thank u! I just did my spark plugs with 0 experience. U saved me money bro

[@603Mechanicvids]

glad I could help you out 👍

[@khanhdo4736]

Thank you for the video, it’s very helpful. This job is costing $500 in dealer :)

[@Stargate555]

I usually put anti-seize on the threads of the plugs & dielectric grease on the tops.

[@grizzlybear2]

Depends on the plug. Ngk comes coated with a special alloy that doesn't need antiseize. I think the instructions explicitly say to not add it either. I agree with adding die electric grease to the coil pack tho

[@areallytallguy]

NGK specifically says NOT to do this.

[@CareyCutler]

You’re an overachiever.

[@chrisd4432]

​@@CareyCutlerlike the little Urban lebowski's...

[@kenmaynard7536]

Great how to video on changing the plugs. Going out and doing mine in confidence.

[@joshuadolan3811]

cheap hack for the magnetic socket I discovered is a Stanley screwdriver with removable magnetic attachments...fit the plug cap perfectly and was easy extraction.

[@chrisd4432]

Any thoughts on a little bit of anti-seize on the threads of the spark plug. Not down low where they could get in the combustion chamber but up a few threads?

[@603Mechanicvids]

you could but most manufacturers say don't use anti seize

[@pogiboy3571]

Yessir... THANK YOU for this money saving DIY produced video. 🏆 🏆 🏆

[@calvin9036]

Great video. I have been searching for a video like this for my wife 18 crv.

[@richardhoward526]

Great job straight forward w/o needing to do each plug

[@lifenz1]

Nice vid bro.. What is the interval for replacing spark plugs?

[@micagocavuk]

Great video! How did the 1.5T engines perform? I'm in two minds whether to buy the older model 2.0 ivtech or the new 1.5t?

[@603Mechanicvids]

thanks, the 1.5t isn't to bad it runs well and so far very reliable with a decent amount of power, but I will always believe that the older Honda engines were better but thats just my opinion, Honda definitely makes great vehicles

[@scatfrmwic]

Put mine through a lot- high rpm’s for a long time, mud, below 0 degrees Fahrenheit for weeks, and then I crossed the country (the shorter way) and it never gave me any issues at all. Just as tough as the old ones if not tougher.

[@kenderosa8528]

Great video. I am told the CRV can have a situation where the valves make noise. Dealers want to adjust the valves when they change the sparks. My BS alarm goes off and i say no

[@jeffnordby3809]

The dealer (stealer) will always try to pry more money out of your wallet. Follow your BS alarm!

[@areallytallguy]

Valve adjustment is absolutely a thing on all Hondas and it is literally in your owners manual that you should check the valves at 100k. Follow your manual.

[@vandiyplant921]

Where did you get your printed manual?

[@lomaindinhdinh]

Hey Friend. What size was the gap on the spark plugs? I didn't see that spec in the owners manual. Thanks!

[@603Mechanicvids]

0.030" - 0.032" depending on which plugs you use. they should be pre gapped out of the box but good idea to double check them

[@acardenasjr1340]

@@603Mechanicvids Hello, How reliabe are the gaps out the and is it something we can simply trust without double checking?

[@603Mechanicvids]

@@acardenasjr1340 you always want to double check the gaps on each plug

[@scottgalbreath5707]

Feeler Gauges for plugs, NOT the plug ramp tool. Those cheaper ramp made gauge tools are NOT very accurate.

[@edmon179]

Good job . im planning to buy spark plug. From honda do i still need re gap. the plug? Or just install right away? Thanks appreciated

[@603Mechanicvids]

they should be pre gapped already but its never a bad idea to double check the gap before you install them

[@alienartpop]

Oil change place in Mexico wants $400 for this job. So I asked them.... its $60 for coil packs and plugs, 30 mins work at $80 an hour, what is the other $300 for? He said in a whisper "idiot tax". Never pay premium for a teenager when you can do a better job for 1/4 the price.

[@hubert187]

Where did you find 14 foot pound spec? I looked through the owner manual and didn't even see an instruction for changing plugs, just how to identify maintenance minders haha.

[@isaiasmartinez2137]

Is this the same process for the 2.4 engine?

[@603Mechanicvids]

its a little different as far as getting to the spark plugs but yhe process of changing them is the same

[@1TexasKid]

Nicely done. I would like to know how often they need replacing. Or did you notice a performance lags? I had multiple 4 Cylinder Honda engine on different vehicle. One key note is that if one spark plug or cylinder is having an issue, such dirty gas building up deposits on spark plugs. You will notice a significant power lag or jurking from the engine at times of increased power. It would be very helpful to know why you are replacing the spark plugs.

[@603Mechanicvids]

Thanks for the comment, my plugs were fine I just wanted to post up a how to video for others, I take alot of things apart and put them back together just for videos sounds crazy ik 😄. I've always liked the idea of changing plugs every 30k - 50k as they are very important, misfires or loss of power like u mentioned would also be a sign to replace them as well

[@StrongDreamsWaitHere]

The CRV has a maintenance reminder on the computer. Spark plugs are generally every 100,000 miles on this car. The maintenance reminder recommends a valve adjustment at the same time however.

[@scottgalbreath5707]

Also worth mentioning, Coil Packs should ONLY be replaced if they're actually faulty or bad.

[@Greglina]

I didn't know this I bought some duralast ones from AutoZone and now I'm getting misfires now

[@Greglina]

Do you think I should just put the old ones back on

[@scottgalbreath5707]

@Greglina If they're still good they're still worth using.

[@Greglina]

@@scottgalbreath5707 thanks so much I put the old ones back on. Going to try to return these to auto zone

[@Greglina]

How often are you supposed to change the coils. I bought some aftermarket ones and I'm getting misfires I'm about to put the old Honda ones back on

[@rayvalero8580]

As much as possible buy oem or what’s recommended in the manual.

[@nestor6047]

Thank you! very good video nothing left out for questions. 🎉🎉🎉

[@everettcannady]

The dealer wants $800 to change the spark plugs on my 2019 Honda CRV 1.5 Turbo engine. They say it includes a valve adjustment and new valve cover gasket. Is a valve adjustment really needed when the spark plugs are changed

[@areallytallguy]

It’s literally in your owners manual to do valve adjustments at 100k miles.

[@philiprea8340]

Good old new England weather nice video I only have 50,000 on my CRV not time yet.

[@PritpalSingh-ys6ol]

Curious... do you use 87 octane fuel or 91 octane fuel when putting in gas, since its a turbo engine? This video is very helpful compared to others I have watched.

[@603Mechanicvids]

thanks im glad it helped. its not my crv but I believe the owner runs 93

[@jsdhillon6134]

It takes regular 87 octane fuel. Never used anything else

[@jeffnordby3809]

87 octane is recommended, and it runs just fine. 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@davelgr]

I have a 2017 crv touring 50,000km with error code showing 1 cylinder miss fire. One mechanic says it’s the spark plugs and coil and another mechanic says it’s the fuel injectors. What is your opinion

[@603Mechanicvids]

I would have to say the spark plug and ignition coil

[@tommysieng2788]

Thank you. A really helpful video.

[@mrarce123789]

Great video my first time watching something like this, so Honda CR-V only has four spark plugs? I think I'm going to try this myself. Should I change my spark plugs now my car is running great, it's a 2020 Honda CR-V, with 100,000 miles.? Thank you again

[@603Mechanicvids]

thanks for the comment 👍 yes the crv does have 4 spark plugs, if they've never been changed in the 100k miles I would recommend changing them out. I would also make sure you use the oem NGK spark plugs

[@mrarce123789]

@@603Mechanicvids thank you so much I will use those spark plugs you recommend, any other advice I might need, I really appreciate it, I'm a little nervous trying this for my first time but I'm really eager to do it myself. Thank you very much

[@603Mechanicvids]

you will have no issues changing them yourself, just follow the steps in the video

[@StrongDreamsWaitHere]

Your CRV either has a 2.5 L six cylinder engine or a 1.5 L turbo four cylinder engine. This video is the four-cylinder engine.

[@mrarce123789]

@@StrongDreamsWaitHere yes it's a four cylinder, thanks for bringing that to my attention 👍 I appreciate

[@nickdacloush5811]

Excellent demo Thank you😊😊😊

[@ashderaps1891]

What size is the sparkplug socket?

[@jeffnordby3809]

14 mm

[@bruceberry5331]

Great video! Thank you.

[@jedknutson8373]

holy shit you guys..I have a 2019 with 19k miles...you guys driving around the world or what??

[@iitzpepsii]

I have a 2021 Ram Cummins with 157k miles on it 😅 I bought new in November of 2021 to do hot shot loads with

[@Roosevelt-q8t]

Great jobs🎉

[@jamkpa]

Excellent!

[@sniper346]

Thanks man

[@abdikerimmamateminov9672]

Thanks again

[@rockkstah2550]

Nice thank you! brrrrrr!! in the snow, are those ice in the engine? Lol!

[@603Mechanicvids]

your welcome im glad it helped you out and you get used to working in the snow, its definitely cold at times. snd that would be some road salt and dust on the engine haha

[@HaroldFisher-z4r]

Honda crv in 2017 had both engines, the 1.5 turbo and the 2.4. How come your videos are all for 1.5?

[@603Mechanicvids]

I haven't had a 2.4 to work on

[@YouDontDoWhatIDo]

👍thanks you

[@abdikerimmamateminov9672]

Best

[@chalachasca]

That engine needs a desperate clean up

[@SUB-Entertainment]

When he took the air box out i was thinking air compressor will not take the dirt out as it is sticky one. He need to use water to wash

[@Shufflebeast03]

7:43 lmao

[@603Mechanicvids]

im always dropping bolts in the worst places

[@Shufflebeast03]

Same haha but I appreciate the video!

[@mrarce123789]

Just wanted to bring to attention something I found out about fake ngk spark plugs being sold online. Be aware when purchasing them. Make sure they are official ngk spark plugs. There are videos on KZbin about fake ngk spark plugs being sold online. They are not good for your vehicle.

[@jeffnordby3809]

I like the Autolite XP Iridium plugs. I use them in all my vehicles. Less costly than the NGKs and every bit as good. 😎😎

[@rickybosephus2036]

those plugs look like they have some life left in them

[@scottgalbreath5707]

Shouldve washed that disgusting engine bay prior to service.

[@flexor212000]

Your 2017 looks like a 2002 with how it looks under the hood. Sheesh.

[@arbee11]

@603 Mechanic vids - Thanks for the video, but you left out a tid-bit of useful into. The NGK Iridium plugs come from the factory pre-gapped at .030 (+\-), but the gap for that Honda CRV engine is .043. Now, two (very important!) things to be aware of, 1. when gapping Iridium plugs, the tiny electrode is VERY fragile and brittle, like glass! Put no pressure on the iridium electrode or you will toast a $18 plug. 2. DO NOT BUY THESE PLUGS ON AMAZON!!! You have about a 90% chance of getting counterfeit iridium plugs! No kidding! It's pathetic but true, per NGK America. Google (or youtube) counterfeit iridium spark plugs. Easy to tell the counterfeit from the real if you know what to look for, but impossible if you don't.

[@mrarce123789]

This is very important information, will go buy a guage and check the gap today. Now I did purchase spark plugs from Amazon for $66 and I found out that they were selling fakes, I got so nervous I returned them and bought a pack from AutoZone for $80. But they look identical. SMH 😨