How to Replace Spark Plugs 12-19 Nissan Versa

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[@Dudevegaslv]

Nissan very impressive engineering. For a simple spark plug change shouldn’t be this complicated.

[@__tim]

Look up a spark plug change for a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. Makes this look simple.

[@SerbyWafflesTech]

Nissan totally lost it with this one.

[@elnerfe8191]

It’s literally not that hard ahaha

[@therandomchannel2022]

Worse on a Nissan Murano, still not terrible though

[@brandonb1681]

They design them this way on purpose so the average Joe has to take it to the dealership.

[@julies1ify]

Cliff notes: Remove engine Change spark plugs Return engine to car

[@1AAuto]

+All4Him Thanks for checking us out!

[@mastrmechanics9856]

Remove engine again because you're not sure if you tightened down the spark plugs correctly

[@RIVEXNGLE]

19:26 - 19:45 "There's a little bracket right here that the hoses go into." *Proceeds to give up* Haha, I'm glad I wasn't alone on fidgeting with that one hose. I referenced this video to remove and clean my throttle body. Much thanks guys!

[@PracticingLiberty]

It took 10 minutes to replace the coils and plugs on my Sentra. Now this. I am definitely done with Nissan after this insane hurdle to routine maintenance. (Thanks for the video though.)

[@davidj2826]

Man, I had a Frontier that was just easy-peasy! Now I gotta do all this crap?! Yeah, I'm w/ you. F Nissan!

[@rageaxiis4246]

@@davidj2826 a lot of car manufacturers adopted this intake design not just Nissan lol

[@claytonferguson7025]

This is simple work this is a long shot from being challenging

[@ElonTusk2024]

If you wanna change the slave cylinder u gotta drop the tranny, if you wanna change the fuel filter you have to take out the fuel pump. Cheap bastaads!

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

@@claytonferguson7025 Yeah but it is a bit unnecessary and time consuming, not to mention the gasket you have to include with the spark plugs.

[@StephenKnowles-t2r]

Thank you! I was considering changing my own spark plugs to save some money, but this video has made me realize that sometimes you have to bite the bullet and pay someone else :) I had a Sentra a few years ago and it was SO EASY to change the plugs! The hoops to go through for a Versa is pretty ridiculous!

[@agentmobius8458]

I'm a 2012 Versa owner. It is so over-complicated to change the spark plugs. I choose to replace the coils, throttle body & intake manifold gaskets at the same time. Thanks for this helpful tutorial!

[@izzdidit64]

I'm doing it on my 07 and I was thinking that I would have to replace the intake manifold gasket and intake gasket just because I don't know if they have been changed before might as well since I have it all apart thank you for having the same idea

[@tybo09]

Might as well. If your have to take the whole thing apart anyway, might as well.

[@Doe-Nutz72]

I like this guy's vibe, he's so chill & confident. Great job sir👊🏽🤙🏽

[@isaactalley2819]

The hardest part of making this video was probably censoring himself from cussing out the car lol

[@edyoung6756]

You make it look so easy. I just hope it's at least halfway as easy as that when I install my new plugs. I gotta say this though, your videos are the best ones I've seen for auto maintenance. Very helpful and insightful tutorials.

[@char1337]

Four years later, still a great tutorial. As a side note, for those not wanting to remove the Throttle Body and replace the gasket or take the coolant lines off, you can (albeit difficult) move the intake in a way to gain access to the plugs and intake gasket without removing the coolant lines from the TB itself.

[@1AAuto]

+Charles Troutt Thanks for the feedback!

[@Verdandi_P]

" ok changing the spark plugs should be really easy and very beginner friendly" Nissan: " i missed the part where that's my problem "

[@DrDread69]

Wow! This video is top grade! I'm at 74K miles on my 2012 Nissan Cube and I plan on replacing my spark plugs soon. Thank you so much for taking the time required to make such a detailed, step by step instructional video. You rock!!!

[@eandesavingchallenges]

This video was amazing. Taking the time and doing the research I was about to save $100 and only spent $17 myself. Very inspiring.

[@1AAuto]

+Essie Roger Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@SuperMegaSammy]

i like my Nissan versa 2012 hatch with 140,000 mile but the spark plug removal what a hassle, disassemble half the engine to get spark plug is bad engineering next time im getting a honda fit.

[@Stajah]

Who build this stupid engine ??

[@kardstore]

it's designed to make money for the dealership when you take it in for repairs

[@gregnixon1296]

Changing the spark plugs 12 minutes. Getting to the plugs to change them? 6 hours, 45 minutes???

[@doebeats5562]

Man look 😂😂😂

[@PaintYourArmy]

Thanks for the tutorial. You really simplified the process for me. The wiring harness really gave me some trouble with that last bolt on the right. But got it done.

[@1AAuto]

+Paint Your Army Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@bdaigh]

Awesome video! Did it step by step - no issues! Many thanks to your team! Saved a ton of money not having the dealership do the job!

[@ashenwinter]

even the dipstick is in the way jeez

[@jamespitts821]

Man, without your video, I would have pulled my hair out. It took me 3 hours . That manifold is a beast getting back on. Your video made it easier though. My car had 138K on it. It was bogging down, jumping, couldn't drive over 30 mph & rpm's was up and down. Now it drives like new. Thanks

[@sparkletts05]

If I'm at 100,000 and changing for the first time, should I change the ignition coils at the same time? I would hate to do this all over again in a few months.

[@freddylamberte]

What is the torque ft/pound on intake manifold? Do you used two different torque wrench like one for spark plug and one for manifold? These are the two things you forgot to mention on your video, anything else is very very helpful. Thx and happy selling.

[@windspank530]

Another video on this topic mentioned needing to recalibrate the throttle body due to it being disconnected. Was that not needed here?

[@GurtyGoobles]

I just changed my iginition coils and spark plugs and save a bunch of money thanks to you, definitely my go to for all things vehicle maintenance related. thanks again

[@XeroOmega678]

Do you put gasket sealant on the intake manifold and throttle body gasket or no? Lots of mixed answers.

[@garypoland5288]

Changed the plugs in my 2015 Versa Note today, your video was invaluable. Thanks !!!

[@Lennysunday]

Wheres the 4th one?? Man all this for some damn plugs this is gonna suck .. Lol .. Thanks for the video!!

[@datbenzdoe5157]

It's a 3 cylinder motor lol

[@zhbvenkhoReload]

There's a guy that has an easier way of doing this. This guy obviously did it right, but he did not doing it the easy way.

[@clayferguson340]

Lennysunday this is simple my friend believe me!

[@altpath]

This all might seem like a lot of work, but it's relatively simple stuff to do on a shady lazy day and it's a damn good car.

[@TheYoungBoaty]

Not with high CVT transmission failure

[@rub301]

Take this hose off .. Take this other hose off.. Ok this one oofff ... Lolol i miss my honda it was so simple 😂😂😂

[@paulgonzalez3026]

Pretty sure he could of left the hoses on the throttle body and just taken the bolts off, then just moved it aside. Also air and power tools are mans best friend.

[@camelcaat]

Literally same

[@beverlydeloach3571]

Its a lot of work to get to sparks on this vechile

[@nickthenab1]

I saw a guy do this without removing all the hoses. He detached the throttle body and set it to the side. There’s easier ways than this to get that air intake manifold off!

[@HaiNguyen-zh8cv]

Best video on spark plugs for Nissan Versa. Thanks a lot.

[@1AAuto]

+Hai Nguyen Thanks for checking us out!

[@f0seytube477]

Disconnect the battery first while doing this, it won't reprogram your throttle Idle, etc.

[@xADR3NA1IN3x]

Wish I would have seen this comment before I finished hahaha

[@davisbartolome3934]

Did you removed the negative battery terminal?

[@Direct.injection212]

Only have to do these iridium plugs every 100k. Yeah it's hassle but manageable. 95k miles on my Versa so far and running great!

[@ItsTemLock]

Question: Is it required to replace the ignition coil along with the spark plug? Those things run $100 / piece.

[@1AAuto]

+vTn Temujin Thanks for watching! No you do not have replace the coils if you are just replacing the spark plugs, as long as your coils are still functioning properly!

[@jstbig1]

Jesus don’t be so cheap….

[@cannibalbananas]

Thank you for this video, honestly. I gave it a good try, but after stripping on 10 mm socket and breaking another trying to get the those bottom 5 bolts out, I will be taking it in to the mechanic. I did get what I took off all back together tho. Now I know why I'm charged so much for something that should be an easy fix.

[@jimbenskin5816]

You say to replace the intake gaskets but they are not called out on the parts list?

[@josegalindo1262]

For some reason I don't like to use compressed air I rather like to vacuum any kind of debris specially on spark plug holes.. but great video...

[@jorgegortiz231]

Do you need to re-calibrate the throttle body after you finish, pls let me know, cause I just saw a vid that say so. Thanks, great vid.

[@louieanchondo1183]

So did you have to re-calibrate it

[@rihno7978]

Does anyone know what that hose was for at 4:08 or at least where I can get another one😭

[@superlukage]

Says "Replace these gaskets", doesn't show replacing the gaskets.

[@christopherdenton5682]

Is there a gasket on the intake manifold?

[@Sambuca123]

Yes sr. Theres is a gasket that should be replaced.

[@arose636]

Is it necessary to replace intake manifold gasket and the throttle body ?

[@shelton126]

You didn’t put the dip stick back in? Wish I saw this instruction video earlier. Could have save a couple of hundred dollars at least. But then again, I didn’t get dirty.

[@emilyhumphrey4967]

He did put the dip stick back in ...

[@kiamb4765]

What band plugs you recommend for the replacement?

[@TheYoungBoaty]

Check manual but NGK iridium or platinum is usually what’s recommended, I would do iridium as they is a headache to replace too often.

[@jayrcooper3454]

What is the torque specs, Snug...Did you at a minimum clean the throttle body?

[@LetsDIYIt]

Did Nissan make a mid year mode change? My 2012 looks like the previous version

[@johnsenuta1038]

You have to be kidding me. All this to change 4 spark plugs!!!! Who designs this crap!!! Ill take it to the dealer and pay for the 1 hour labor. This is insane!!!!

[@1AAuto]

+John Senuta Thanks for the feedback!

[@gabrielsmith8801]

9/16 spark plug socket isn’t latching the spark plug will a 3/8 work?

[@wickedd365]

Thanks for the vid! Saved me a little hassle before doing it myself

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+wickedd365 Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@mikekelly759]

From left to right what is the firing order for ignition coils? I have a bad ignition coil for 4 is it the far left or far right when ur looking at the engine bay?

[@zRedBoiz]

What that hose called a 4:16

[@louieanchondo1183]

If I disconnect the throttle body. Does it need to be recalibrated/programmed when I connect it back

[@CalvinKeibler-j8i]

as im trying to take the 5 bolts that hold the intake the ratchet spins but the bolt does not. any tips?

[@AndrewReevesArt]

Great video but I’m never buying a Nissan again - coils and plugs are easy on Fords, Toyotas and Hondas 🤯🤯🤯

[@rghess1]

Very nice video. However, your technician recommended replacing the Throttle Body Gasket and the Intake Manifold Gasket. In doing a search for those parts on your website, it seems odd that they are not available.

[@NealR2000]

I was thinking of buying a used Nissan Versa Note but after seeing this where you have to pretty much dismantle the entire car just to get to something as fundamental as the plugs, FORGET IT.

[@1AAuto]

+Neal Richardson Thanks for the feedback!

[@aaronsmith593]

Basically the car looks like it sat at the bottom of the ocean with the Titanic?!? More rust than the Titanic🤔

[@mtybc]

LOL, Son of a gun has barnacles growin off of it!

[@TN-bm6dh]

Genius engineer!!!

[@jimmymacias2444]

Should the ignition coil make a sound once its off the spark plug. One of mine. Makes a noise like something inside is lose once its in my hand.?

[@nikaclark3286]

Would you happen to know how to reset the throttle body on 2014 Nissan Versa ?!

[@0SharondaShayxD]

I have a 2013 Nissan Versa, isn't there multiple spark plugs or just that one? (If there are multiple, please upload an updated version on locating the others because I'm about to become a mechanic)

[@codyhager1737]

What size bolts and threads are those? The 4 that u took out before taking off the throttlebody.

[@puertoropelu2257]

Do I need thread lock for any of these bolts ? Like medium or light thread strength for these bolts or it’s not necessary, I just want to as precaution

[@TheYoungBoaty]

Don’t use those on new spark plugs as what manufacturer recommended

[@PaulRMaxfield]

Thank you for the easy to follow instructions.

[@gabrielmorales9752]

Great video. Thank you. Going to tackle mine next week.

[@1AAuto]

You're very welcome! Thanks for checking us out. +Gabriel Morales

[@apache-yaquibrown4060]

How long did it take you?

[@garrusmandolin1362]

Well. My spark plug socket it stuck in the hole

[@CookieThug]

remove the tires, remove the air filter, remove the seats, remove the steering wheel remove the intake manifold, remove the stereo, remove the ignition, remove the brake pad, remove the engine, remove the radiator, remove the axle… now you can reach the spark plugs

[@evanboone6208]

Yeah but what kind of spark plugs does a Nissan versa 2016 take?

[@el__2handed]

I imagine the procedure is very similar if not the same for a 2012 Versa Hatchback?

[@JuancoPRoFlow]

Yes, there's a video on KZbin for the hatchback version. It's a bit simpler than this one.

[@diegomarquez971]

No need to reprogram the throttle body?

[@MrMDee-si1bz]

Why so many hoses connected this way??

[@bradleykurtz5536]

Can you please post what the torque specs are for the throttle body and intake manifold?

[@JuancoPRoFlow]

There aren't any, just do it to taste.

[@SkaiiV]

I have come to the conclusion I’m bringing it in to the shop 😂 what a mess

[@Djrmc868Blogspot]

HR15 the best engine Nissan ever made.

[@masonloh1411]

Have a 2015 Versa - did my plugs myself at 30K - 60K - perhaps too early - plugs still looks new. I also clean the Throttle Plate & all areas which a shop is not going to do, while on the way. took my time approx. 2 hrs. - you can do it 1 hr.+ if you work fast but I didn't want to loose any bolts etc.

[@davelaugh2493]

At what mileage did you perform this?

[@1AAuto]

+dave laugh Most mechanics recommend that you go no more that 100,000 miles between spark plug replacement. 1aauto.com

[@jstbig1]

36 miles exactly.

[@UnpleasantNinja]

This video helped a ton, much obliged!

[@RushandUFO]

Why didn't you put anti-seize cream on the threads and dielectric grease on the ceramic on spark plugs?

[@1AAuto]

+steve heyer Thanks for checking us out! This is an optional step and there are some of the spark plugs that do not need this at all and may actually not allow a secure seal.

[@RushandUFO]

@@1AAuto Thanks! I can't get an answer from Denso if required. I know NGK doesn't require anti-seize cream. Do you know if required with Denso spark plugs?

[@1AAuto]

+steve heyer From what we know from the plugs we carry, most of the Denso will also have a trivalent chrome coating so it wouldn't be needed. We can't say for sure with all of them but a majority of them will not need any grease.

[@RushandUFO]

Thank you! Denso website gives no comments or info regarding this. Bad Product Manager. Need to list on their site. My engine when cold has minor knocking. Car has 60K miles and will change plugs. We are original owners. Hope this will fix my problem. Disappointed in Nissan. I will not buy another Nissan again.

[@mikeb7690]

Wish I would have watched this before I bought a versa... Nice video though.. I'd never get the car put back together if I did this

[@TN-bm6dh]

Would you tell the firing order ?

[@mikejones1302]

What are the torque specs for the intake manifold bolts

[@JuancoPRoFlow]

To taste

[@slolonnie]

14ftlbs

[@jgjays6525]

Almost removed the whole engine!!

[@1AAuto]

+JG Jays Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@melvinvargas4833]

Great video, great prices no shipping fee like some competition

[@SerbyWafflesTech]

Nissan lost their mind with this one. Compared to my Yaris , my Versa is rocket science.

[@1AAuto]

+Serby Waffles Tech Thanks for the feedback!

[@Dijon600]

I brought a 9/16 but the drive is 3/8 what drive do i need ?

[@zipsathelion]

There is 3 types of drives (1/4 , 3/8 , 1/2) that come in Ratchets , Depending on your size drive ratchet , those are the types of socket sizes you will buy for that specific ratchet , For example say you have a 1/2 in ratchet and u need to remove a 11 mm nut , You will use a 1/2 inch drive socket 11 mm .

[@NYstranger74]

All of you complaing....try a horizontal toyota 2gr-fe v6.

[@jsaq08]

This video makes this job way harder than what it really is. Here’s 1 of the things you don’t need to do: remove the throttle body. 😑

[@1AAuto]

+jsaq08 Thanks for watching! You do not need to remove the throttle body, you can leave it attached to the intake like we show you in the video!

[@sailandoar]

This was a huge help

[@ElanMorin]

good vid. this is the one you're looking for.

[@glockks56]

Boy, that's a lot of work just to access the plugs, glad im driving Hyundai, no need for me to be a mechanical surgeon for simple things.

[@galaxy33rlh]

I thought the same thing! Why so complicated to get to and why did he show changing only one?

[@rjaj3276]

Yup you're lucky, depending on what Hyundai you bought it won't make it to the milage required for a tune up lol.

[@Arkata]

WOW, this is a mission wow Thanks though bru, appreciate you!!!

[@Pacsa]

When we need to change the spark plug?

[@WarrenVasquez]

I don't know what the manual says but my 'check engine' light came on last November. I got a free scan at Pep Boys and the tech told me I had a cylinder 3 misfire. My 'check engine' light has been coming on regularly since then and I got a scan from the dealer 3 days ago - the service manager said the same thing - cylinder 3 misfire - and said I should get new spark plugs for 856.00. My 2014 Versa has 91,000 miles so I think it's time for new spark plugs. I feel pretty confident that I can replace the spark plugs myself after having watched this video twice (I'm sure I'll watch it 2 more times before I give it a go). I'm a little concerned about the comment made regarding removal of the Throttle Body that should require a reprogram of the idle. The video made no mention of this and the car started right up. If the idle needs to be reprogrammed I'm sure it would cost a lot less than 856.00. The video did mention installing a new coil with the plug so it sounds to me like the plugs come with coils (If the coils are separate the parts list should be updated). The parts list should also include new gaskets for Throttle Body and Intake.

[@Carnivorefitness2024]

Never lol No thanks!

[@Sambuca123]

The manual says at 105k miles

[@TKD187]

Mine is different there's something holding the throttle body on and it looks like I'm going to have to take that off to get to the exhaust manifold a stupid design just got even more dumb...mine is a 2012 1.8

[@1AAuto]

+kevin dotson99 Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@nx1379]

thanks for the good vid but what the hell?!!! who designed this car? even changing the plugs on the ol 99 toyota camrey was easier than this lol what a pain.

[@JohnDoweMah]

Pretty sure this wasn’t solely on Nissan, Renault had a say in how it’s built so personally I’d go after Renault lmao.

[@action012]

Nice video lot of steps just to change plugs but that's what Nissan want so you'll take it in. If I'm going to do all that I'm changing the valve cover gasket as well don't want to be doing this again 6 months to a year anyone know what they should be torque to?

[@eliass6552]

Be aware the ignition coils he said torq is 65 is to much for aluminum and small screw and buy an branded torque wrench digital no cheaper. I removed the latch hood to remove the intake easy .Check real torque.

[@mechanicaldave7981]

Can forget about the hood latch getting on your way

[@1AAuto]

+MechanicalDave79 Thanks for the feedback!

[@vesang4543]

One of those cases when engineer should be taken to court ...

[@xADR3NA1IN3x]

Followed all the steps and now I start my car and it dies immediately

[@clayferguson340]

xADR3NA1IN3x was this problem corrected?

[@cle569]

Lol

[@jordanandmelissasalinas1438]

Plug your MAF sensor back in properly to make sure all your hoses are connected guarantee you that's the problem

[@dash_gsr_323]

I just changed my spark plug on my Nissan 12-19 sv same one that is on the video . Now my car won’t turn on please someone help ! :/ I’m stressed I luckily have another car but isn’t at best conditions right now . Please someone help me

[@thegreattreeofknowledge4375]

Did you ever get it fixed?

[@mattpingel7742]

Awesome video!