2017 Silverado Spark Plug Changing Tips!

[@DonVHaley]

That was the best advise EVER taking the wheel off. It worked!!!!!

[@dondoes4303]

@@DonVHaley I’m so happy that helped!

[@hollybyars5692]

Im at 105000 miles and figured i should probably change my plugs. So i was looking to see what im up against and so glad i came across your video . Thank ya bunches. Have a good day

[@dondoes4303]

Thank you!

[@terrylatta3363]

Great video. I can echo your advice on not trying this without pulling the wheel and inner splash guard. I tried for about 5 minutes and realized I could have already had them off by now! 😄 Save yourself time and headache people. Listen to this man and pull the wheel and splash guard!

[@alanhorton1611]

Just did my plugs on my 2014 Sierra the other day and had heard about number 8 so I was definitely dreading it. Dudes exactly right about not being able to get it done from the top, and trust me I tried for a good 30 minutes. Luckily my truck has a 6" lift so I didn't have to remove the wheel, just the well shroud but if you don't have a lift on then go ahead and save yourself a ton of headache and just remove the wheel from the get go. Don't even try it from above.

[@j-rodm.i.a.3491]

Thank you. I have a 6" lift as well and was wondering if I would have to remove the tire, in which case I couldn't because I don't have the jack required for it, 😂

[@falconrain]

I ended up just working around the wheel. I turned the wheel in and out as needed and it wasn't too bad. After taking the lugs off, I found the rim was fused to the hub, I decided that was a problem for another day. After doing this with the guards out now, I can't imagine tying to do this from the top side.

[@markwilson2420]

Okay, I am on board with you guys now. Two on passenger went easy, then came the black cloud! Thank you guys, especially the tip on the needle nose pliers for the boots!!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@dondoes4303]

@@markwilson2420 lol “the black cloud” I love that!

[@hawaiiantimes7702]

Did my ‘11 Silverado yesterday and with all the horror stories and videos you see online I decided to do the passenger side #8 first. Went in from the front and just basically laid on top of the engine bay more towards the left and used a spark plug wire clamp to get the wires off. I should’ve went through the wheel well but I had just put on fenders and didn’t want to take those off along with the liner (I’m definitely doing that next time). My body is sore especially the abdomen from laying on top of the engine bay and just contorting your body to reach for those plugs. Shoutout to them mechanics busting knuckles all day just to own a tool box worth more than my truck. That’s tough

[@dondoes4303]

@@hawaiiantimes7702 you are a warrior! I’m left handed and couldn’t get the correct angle to go in from the top.

[@craigraber307]

Thanks for the advice. Just finished my 2017 suburban. I took off both wheels which made it easier to access. The first 7 plugs took no time. Number 8 took me hours. I struggled with getting the boot off mostly.

[@lukegray413]

1 hour on #8 for me

[@rita-un5sb]

Yep!

[@BadCactusJones]

Thanks for the video. It took me way too long to get the number 8 plug in. Good thing I'm paid hourly and not book time.

[@whitetailhunter7202]

Did my 2014 a month ago. Went thru the top with all 8 plugs. Back passenger side was a little tricky, especially with huge hands, but nothing too crazy. Sparkplug socket and 1½" ⅜-extention was all it took to break loose and put back. Putting back was the tricky part. With the spark socket and 1½ extension, it wasn't terrible at all. Did all 8 with wire in 30-45 minutes.

[@dondoes4303]

Could be a bit different design fro 2017 but I’m glad you got it!

[@brianmorgan3659]

I have a 2016 Suburban, just changed mine. Put it on ramps slid under the front , folded up the fender well and wedged it on the tire. Left arm along side the bell housing , right arm in from above the outside of the frame. It isn’t easy but it works.

[@derekalston1277]

Thanks for this video. Tried going on top with a step ladder with my 2012 Silverado but I have huge hands and it was virtually impossible for me to get my hands on the #8 even with socket, swivel and extensions. I still have the busted knuckles from trying but I got it done.

[@paulhaley499]

thank you for this video Sir, I am about to do plugs on my 2016 5.3 Yukon with the exact same #8 plug issue...this has likely save me hours and many, many curse words

[@dondoes4303]

Very welcome! Let me know how it goes!

[@kingboarhog]

Mine is coming due. Last time I changed spark plugs, it was on an older truck that was designed for and by mechanics and they were easily accessible from the top... I love my truck but what a pain in the lug nuts.

[@rickt6124]

I tried starting without until I watched your video I'm going out to take my tire off now thank you very much

[@dondoes4303]

@@rickt6124 very welcome

[@kinkhorse6672]

Did mine topside in 45 minutes total with a magnetic swivel spark plug socket set and a flex head ratchet. Was surprised that this is a "dreaded" plug, its really not that bad.

[@dondoes4303]

@@kinkhorse6672 well you are one out of thousands that it’s not a problem for! Congrats!

[@lukegray413]

Took me 4 hours. Needed a swivel socket wrench. Took off right wheel and inner wheel housing.

[@davidpage2198]

I think that the next time I change the plugs I will pull both wheels and wheel well covers. The access is greatly improved.

[@06131942]

wsell I just did my friends, 2014 , 5.3 eng and #8 is a bear but I did it on my back laying on the floor , used a bottle jack to slide under it but it works that , but besides the plugs , the customer wanted all coil packs and wires changed another common problem at 100k miles is fuel injectors , good luck !

[@dondoes4303]

Great comments thank you!

[@billbacon9605]

Thanks for taking the video...truly appreciate!!

[@joshuataylor4256]

Thanks! I forgot about that shield… gonna take mine off and do it

[@tommygarcia7406]

Removed mine from the top of engine. Right extensions did it for me.

[@dondoes4303]

Must be a different motor. I’ve been working on my own cars since I was 15 and have every extension and swivel known to man.

[@johnbilich2584]

Thanks for the heads up and saved time!

[@dondoes4303]

Welcome!

[@kirkmcra3]

So for that spark plug, passenger side #8 it took me 10- 12min to get it out , you don't need to take off the tire you can 100% reach from the top ... and yes I have a 2017 chevy silverado 1500 6.2L v8.... I also took off that heat shield which made a big difference

[@dondoes4303]

Both myself and my neighbor could not.

[@teagreen2220]

Yeah, I have a 2017 with 6.0 and I got all of them from the top, replaced all wires too at 84k miles. 45 minute job. Just have to use a lot of different socket extension sizes!

[@edwardvalencia291]

@@teagreen2220 what wires and spark plugs did you go with?

[@hdcamper8437]

2016 silverado 1500, Worst part for me was just getting the right extensions for #8, think i ended up using a 3/8" 5/8" socket for the plug, 1/2"to3/8" adapter, 3/8"to1/2" adapter, then a 3/8" flat racheting handle with the push button release of the attachments, was able to use that to take out and put back in then also was able to fit a 3/8" torgue wrench in the same area to ensure it was tight enough. Stood on a concrete block and had covered the fender area with a cover to lean on and over. Would imagine that reaching in with shorter arms could be an issue though. Lots of ways to accomplish this and congrats to everyone for trying and succeeding. I worked slow and did 5 plugs one rainy evening and 3 the next day after work.

[@Encounterswithcuteness]

Thank you so much for taking the time to save me a lot of time.

[@dondoes4303]

Very welcome!

[@brianw612]

I did them from the top. Used a socket on a plug socket for #8. Would have been no trouble if I could get the plug socket off the plug, it sucked in tight and I couldn't get it out. Had to mess with that one for an hour.

[@dondoes4303]

I’m amazed you found an angle and the room from the top to get at it!

[@brianw612]

@@dondoes4303 It really wasn't that bad. I used a longer socket without rachet on the plug socket hex to screw in by hand and seat first so I wouldn't thread cross while laying across the top. I then inserted a ratchet and shorter socket on the plug socket hex. But like I said, if the plug socket I had didn't hold the plug so tight I would have gotten it first try. I am over 60 so younger guys and gals should have no problem, but I can see why removing wheel and well might be better.

[@stevan1023]

Great video 👍 I need to change my plugs on my 2017 GMC

[@frantheman1287]

My trucks not at 100k yet shes at 73k but i always like knowing how to fix/replace stuff way in advance so i dont have to grab my phone with greasy hands 😅😅 Thanks for the advice!!!

[@slalomking]

Manual says 100k, don’t piss your money away

[@cowcat7436]

back in the day, I was told always use anti seize when putting park plugs into aluminum heads. Now, I hear that is NOT recommended.

[@paulcondie2520]

What kind of shape was your old plugs in? Thanks

[@dondoes4303]

They were in really good condition!

[@paulcondie2520]

@@dondoes4303 thank you! Just curious

[@MontanaWelldigger]

I'm at 93,000 on a 2016 5.3, I've heard of plugs looking good till 130-140,000 ish miles.

[@radioflyer9490]

So how did the plugs look?

[@dondoes4303]

They were very clean!

[@dwanewilson4525]

this made it so easy thanks

[@dondoes4303]

Very welcome!

[@irishsteve209]

Impressed! Good video.

[@dondoes4303]

Thank you!

[@cliffbooth3157]

Is there a torque setting on putting plugs in

[@dondoes4303]

No sir just don’t over tighten them!

[@slalomking]

It’s 15 ft/lbs

[@thebsmithimages6544]

A flex head ratchet is the best tool to use for this job

[@dondoes4303]

Especially if it’s a slim one

[@MrBuffaluffagus]

Great! Thanks!

[@cr0wnnoize808]

Best Vid I've found, Thank you with the Right side info, P0308, #8 misfire with the extra goodies to take off.

[@dondoes4303]

Thank you!

[@donramon2501]

Mine spark plug 8 is bad

[@z71clevessjharrison35]

K5 blazer was the same

[@timmace1983]

Dang my OEM plugs were $100

[@Arcanus31]

I think in all seriousness , they build stuff like this so average Joe, takes it in lol.

[@dondoes4303]

Exactly. That’s how they make money

[@leogolive]

Facts!

[@radioflyer9490]

👍

[@vinmega1074]

I cross threaded my number 8 plug. No misfires. I removed the wheel, but GM tech says go from top and a 1in extension to your favorite spark plug socket.

[@dondoes4303]

There’s no way that GM tech can be serious. Like I said I’m left handed and I couldn’t get to it.

[@SilverDollarSaloon]

You told me not to mention how dirty your engine bay is,so I will not

[@BadCactusJones]

I'm at 2 house and 30 minutes just for number 8.

[@dondoes4303]

Wow! Is it stuck? Mine was a bit tight but I busted a knuckle and got it out.

[@joshstaley7459]

i paid 11 bucks a peace for those plugs

[@stevepoulin8964]

Easy it's done you can do it 😂

[@dondoes4303]

Not easy

[@stevepoulin8964]

@@dondoes4303 yes it is take passengers wheel off its right there

[@reynaldojavier1824]

Clean the engine some time

[@dondoes4303]

Clean your room