How to Replace the Spark Plugs on a 2005 Nissan Xterra

This video demonstrates how to replace all of the spark plugs on a 2005 Nissan Xterra. This includes the removal and replacement of the air intake collector.
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NGK double platinum tipped spark plugs
Standard type:PLFR5A-11 : amzn.to/2BC70LJ (6 pack)
Hot type:PLFR4A-11
Cold type:PLFR6A-11
Gap should be nominal - 1.1mm
Torque Specs:
Spark Plug - 18 ft-lb
Ignition coil - 64 in-lb (notice INCH pounds not FOOT)
Throttle body (if you took it off) 74 in-lb
Intake manifold collector- 8 ft-lb There is a taller bolt on the inside of the manifold that is 4 ft-lb
Vacuum tank - 14 ft-lb
Engine cover - 49 in-lb
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[@mogwyrependelhurst1947]

To anyone doing this tutorial step by step: You don't have to remove the throttle body (control actuator) from the intake system! It can just come off with the rest of the intake. I know this because I stripped two bolts on my throttle body a month ago trying to remove it for cleaning. It simply comes off with the rest of the intake, just leave it attached. Everything else in this vid is spot on. Ry, thanks once again for a great tutorial!

[@jlee29170]

You have obviously invested a great deal of time and effort in these tutorial videos. Frankly I don't understand why anyone would down vote any of this. I own a 2005 Frontier with over 200K miles on it and don't want another car payment. Bravo :)

[@Rythecarguy]

Wow thanks for the great comment! I appreciate you watching.

[@Apostate_Alexei]

I love these videos so much. I have an 05 Xterra and these videos help so much. I think a lot of people just get off on being contrarians

[@Rythecarguy]

@@Apostate_Alexei VERY true.

[@xc_4x4]

Ry: “Set aside 1:30 to 2 hours for this job” Me: got it! An entire Saturday it is!

[@Rythecarguy]

😂

[@tdsuhr]

I cannot say thank you enough. Your videos are keeping my Xterra running!

[@Rythecarguy]

glad to help man!

[@kuhdieman8018]

And mine soon too :)

[@bluefire8080]

I don't know where you live Mr but I'd definitely buy you a beer. Your patient and well thought out. Thanks buddy

[@TrivialTrack]

I bought a Xterra 2008(this is my first SUV)with 148k miles on it, I have been watching your videos for the past 4 days, I really appreciate your help Greetings from Mexico

[@betoq92]

I’ve been putting off this job for a year and I did it today. When I finished and started her up noticeable shaking and check engine light came on. Heartbroken I opened the hood again and I saw I forget to reconnect 2 of the coil packs (thankfully on the right side) its all good as new now! Thank you so much Ryan!

[@Rythecarguy]

You’re welcome. I’ve been there! It’s easy to skip over or not fully seat the coils. Glad you got it figured out!

[@exodortch]

First, love the vids. Keep them coming. Second, vehicle left and right is not subjective and is always based on the driver. Drivers describe what the hear or feel while driving. Mechanics diagnose issues during a test drive. Drivers side is left, passenger side is right.

[@Rythecarguy]

Thank you. Yea, I forget this all the time. I have a 50% chance of getting it right and I get it wrong every time. It's why i don't gamble.

[@Razor_36]

I noticed in a lot of these great videos he may sometimes take off things that you could possibly avoid but it teaches you that when doing one thing you will remember those steps when doing something else which is a huge help.

[@Rythecarguy]

It's funny you say that. There have been plenty of times where someone will ask me how to remove something and I reference a video that is not the exact job but I take the part off during the video. If it helps, it helps!

[@rafaelcenteno3027]

Dude, thanks for the video! you make it look easy enough for me to actually try it myself. If i may make a suggestion: maybe at the beginning of the video if you could show what tools youll need for the job. I think that would be A TON OF HELP. thanks again.

[@therussmccurdy2602]

Exactly! I was hoping that he would say what size sockets he was using.

[@alangriffith1006]

Great video! I used this as a guide for my '09 Frontier. Only I didn't take off the intake assembly completely, I loosened it just enough to get access to the sparks

[@tejano2828]

Thank you for the video took me 2 hours just finished...quick notes...you don't have to disconnect hoses going to the throttle body and you don't even have to disconnect everything in the back if you just want to replace coil packs and spark plugs thanks again bro.

[@kevinshea5819]

yup..exactly right..you DO NOT have to remove it

[@eden2esthar]

my 2007 is about to hit 200k so I'm about to switch out the plugs ...glad I found this video

[@Rythecarguy]

Hope it helps!

[@kaygee3994]

Thank you. I tried and was successful with the other repairs. I think Im a little nervous to do this one though. But after watching your video, I think I can face a mechanic with confidence

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad I could help!

[@Hidden_Destinations]

What happened to the days when the plugs and other parts were accessible. This is a huge job to just replace plugs! Good video!

[@Rythecarguy]

Right?! Its craziness. Its even worse today when everything has a damn turbocharger.

[@luxlotus6284]

Thanks Ry! I have fixed so many issues on my 05 Xterra because of your helpful videos. I really appreciate you saving me money and sharing your knowledge! Cheers bro!

[@Rythecarguy]

Great to hear! My pleasure man. Thanks for watching and be sure to sub. Got a lot of stuff coming up!

[@sapphirejan2040]

Wow I just bought an Xterra on 9/22. On 9/24 I took it to the shop for a tune up because the engine light came on for P0301. No wonder it's taking so long to get it back that is a lot of work. It's also getting a rear bearing done. After watching this video I will continue to patiently wait to get the vehicle back.

[@imoldgreg5972]

Mad skills man. I was going to do it myself but now I'm going to have someone else do it for me. I just don't feel like doing all that for some spark plugs. Great video

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks!

[@dlg5485]

You don't necessarily have to remove the intake, cover and such, as long as you have the right socket extensions and plenty of patience.

[@disallow1]

Hey there Ry, Love your videos, I have a 2005 Pathfinder, just rolled 236000 miles, and we just added a 2013 Armada with just under 100000 miles. You put so much detail into your videos and I don't want to take away from the work and effort you put into these. However, I have to say I have changed the plugs on my Pathfinder 2 times now, and never touched the intake collector at all. Just used a bunch of wobble extensions, and got a couple bloody knuckles. And if I can get my sasquatch hands into there, pretty much anyone can! What I do suggest, though, is making sure you have a few of the Spark Plug Boots on hand (NGK# 58913) as sometimes I've found they get seized in the spark plug tube. Also, you do need to partially disassemble the boot when extracting it from cylinder 3. You can get this job done in about 2 hours, without pulling the intake collector.

[@Rythecarguy]

Thank you! Your contribution would never take away from my work, only add. I certainly agree that it can be done without removing the manifold. I just like to follow the factory service manual when it comes to creating these videos. I also have to balance the amount of time and effort it takes to fiddle with something with the amount of time it would take me to just remove an obstruction. Most times I just decide to remove the obstruction.

[@justinhegre1917]

i've watched a couple of your vids, they are awesome. thank you for taking the time to make them. i know you're following the fsm or haynes manual but a couple of extensions and a swivel can save you the chore of removing the intake mani. just a tip for those looking to save a little time.

[@Rythecarguy]

+Justin Hegre I agree. Those with confidence and experience and get away with cutting corners on jobs like these. I like to make my videos in a way that will instill confidence in anyone including beginners.

[@dimpleboi19]

Watch the video 2 times and siked myself into doing the job, (I'm a HVAC tech) my background came in handy and got to it, also while I got to taking all the parts, I had a failed cam positioning sensor go bad so did that too. Took me 15-20 min trying to figure out how to take the harness clip off the cam sensor. All went smoothly. 👍

[@Rythecarguy]

How great! Glad you got it all sorted.

[@mightyyak]

I picked up a'06 with 154k on it. So far your videos have walked me through a spark plug & coils swap, cabin filter replacement, rear diff serving ..... who ever decided to bury the passenger side spark plugs under all the intake gear needs a poke in the eye or something

[@Rythecarguy]

+Roman Paul amen! Glad the videos are helping man.

[@adrianw3985]

Great video. When I did my 2008 Pathfinder I was able to get access without taking the manifold completely off. I just took out all the bolts holding it down and you can lift it up high enough to clear and get access. I left the throttle body in place too. I spent the extra money for the expensive Iridium plugs. Nissan rates the Iridium plugs for 110,000 miles so it was worth it to me just for that fact. My original plugs had 120,000 miles on them and they still looked great. The Iridium plugs are incredibly durable, I'm sure under optimal conditions in a good running engine they would last 200k or more.

[@midnitemonty]

I was also able to replace that one hard to get at spark plug without doing anything to the intake..

[@nonyabiz2777]

Nice to be able to stand on the ground and still reach the rear of the engine. I’m 5.9 but still I need to use a step ladder. I do have tires 3 inches taller but still my bad back and old knees hurt after a few minutes. Nice work bravo sir. Your content is my first place to go when working on my pathfinder and xterra.

[@mightyyak]

great video! i bought an '06 with 154k on it....no clue what maintence was done on it...your vids are helpful

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks!

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

Ry Buddy, I am going to tackle this soon, got everything and the intake gaskets. Also as long as I am there I am changing the camshaft sensors, crankshaft sensor, temp control sensor, thermostat, radiator hoses, PCV valve, and finally the valve cover gaskets, not in that order obviously. This Corona virus thing is going to keep me busy on the Xterra. Oh, yeah, Also using your fuel pump replacement video to do that, the fuel level sending unit is shot and the X is starting to act as if it's out of gas, new pump time. All using your videos only. You are the best.

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks Ahmad! I hope it all goes well. Contact me if you need anything. I’ll do what I can to help.

[@gpzjeffrey7974]

Awesome video, thank you much. Two nitpicks: 1) Anti seize shouldn't be used on spark plug threads anymore. They now all come zinc plated to prevent any thread galling in aluminium heads. The anti seize can also cause over tightening of the plug. 2) Also, I would absolutely replace the orange intake manifold base seals and throttle body seal. After that long and with that much heat the material gets hard and doesn't seal up like it did, and can cause an intake air leak.

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks for the feedback. When did they start doing the zinc plating? You’re not the first person to mention that. I feel like I am behind the times lol. And I do agree with you on the seals but down in FL seals seem to stay supple a lot longer. I check them out every time I pee them apart but they always look and feel good so I don’t replace.

[@gpzjeffrey7974]

Almost all spark plug manufactures use nickel or zinc chromate now, since virtually all automotive and motorcycle heads are aluminium. See www.driven2automotive.com/blog/why-you-shouldnt-use-copper-grease-when-installing-spark-plugs/ As far as the seals go,they may feel pliable, but how pliable now compared to brand new? The only real way to determine this is with a durometer test, and that's a bit of trouble and expense you don't need unless you either have a large stock of seals and the shelf life is a concern, or it is a hard to buy item. Seals, o-rings and gaskets are relatively cheap, therefore I always plan on replacing them, unless you recently did before, and after careful inspection they look and feel brand new... no nicks, sticky spots, discoloration, flattening, still pliable, etc. Remember, with elastomers its age, heat, ozone and UV that cause them to degrade. But take what I am saying as you will. Professionally I'm a mechanical engineer that manages large scale maintenance programs at an industrial plant...and have been turning wrenches as an amateur for 35 years or so. I really do appreciate the video, as I'm about to perform this task on my 2008 Xterra at 135K miles...I'm behind on the maintenance but it is still running perfectly. Quick question: is it easier to get to the cam position sensor with the intake off?

[@radioman321]

I know this is way old and no one is reading comments anymore but to lessen confusion, all directions are given from the driver seat. “Left” is always driver and “right” is always passenger (in the US). I’m an ASE certified tech that now works in technology. But my early 20s were spent under the hood.

[@Rythecarguy]

Yes, thanks for this. I have just started saying “passenger side” and “Driver side” since about 99.999% of my viewers are in the USA. Makes it easier.

[@rodneykroetsch2924]

Awesome great tutorial video. I looked this up after the Nissan service dept quoted me $350 to change the plugs on 2011 Xterra. After watching this...guess what? ....they got job and my money. I thought....how hard can it be? Now I know!!!

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks! Yea its kind of a pain when you do it the right way.

[@bryancraig8889]

Thanks for making such an informative video! After watching I definitely feel more confident in doing the repair myself. I had a shop replace all the spark plugs and came back with code that cylinder 1 is bad. Paid $450 for them to replace the plugs.. didn't want to spend another $600+ on coils too... Figured I'd replace 1, 3, 5 while I'm doing 1. I will be tacking this next weekend. Wish me luck!

[@Rythecarguy]

Good luck! I’m sure you will knock it out of the park! If you follow me on Instagram you can DM me with any questions you have. If I’m around I like to answer them and help people out.

[@lanceearly906]

Excellent video. I’m going to attempt this next week. However, I will be setting aside 6 hours for the job because I’m sure it won’t go as smoothly for me as you make it look 😂 As usual, great videos and instruction! You rock!

[@Rythecarguy]

Have fun! I’m sure you’ll do great. 👍🏼

[@ntime2095]

I thought the same haha took me about two hours its easier than it looks.

[@chriswhite6694]

Thanks for the video. I have watched several of your videos and have saved quite of bit of money and time doing the work myself. Had it not been for some of your videos, I would have probably brought my Xterra into the shop and paid a ton of money. Thanks again.

[@briantrinidad8972]

Original owner of a 2005 Xterra with 287,000 miles, still running with original spark plugs, purchased new ones today and about to replace them thanks to this video, im curious what difference it will make, i drive about 100 miles a day to work, i've been through the radiator issue, caught it early when it first broke and replaced the radiator so no trans damage, the truck has been great all these years, have replaced both front wheel bearings and the rear u joint, other then that its a great running truck

[@briantrinidad8972]

I replaced my spark plugs and thanks to this video I had no issues my truck is running better than ever. I do have a request, I have had my engine light on and off for a couple years now due to an issue with my EVAP canister. It would be much appreciated if you could do a video showing how to troubleshoot and removal replacement for this issue. Thanks

[@itsdimitriymedvedyev]

@@briantrinidad8972 wow 287k in miles and still running like a clock! That is pretty impressive especially since it is 2005, the first year of the 2nd gen!

[@briantrinidad8972]

@@itsdimitriymedvedyev I am at 355k now and still going strong, changing my oil every 5k and adding a bottle of lucas oil, truck still runs great

[@itsdimitriymedvedyev]

@@briantrinidad8972 That is even more impressive! My 2012 X only has like 141k miles on it so I am very far away from yours! By the way, there is an Xterra forum called The New X Org, I'm sure folks there would love to hear the story of your 2005 :)

[@SaludfitnessPUNTOcom]

​@@briantrinidad8972you still have it?

[@ClarkS963]

Just did this job. Didn't take off the throttle body though...Figured one less thing to do. Also, replaced the coils on that passenger side too. Unfortunately, also had to replace the passenger side valve cover too as there was oil on one of the spark plugs indicating to me a leaking spark plug gasket. Good thing you had a video for removing the valve cover! $70 for the replacement valve cover and gasket.

[@sminthian]

I just changed my spark plugs yesterday on my 06 Frontier with 68,000 miles. It has those same spark plugs and the exact same kind of white burning.

[@jayanderson6016]

With that intake plenum removed it's the perfect time to change that old passenger side cam position sensor. When it goes bad, the car doesn't start !

[@jcarry5214]

Good idea. Is this a common wear item on this car or just a slam dunk case of since-I'm-in-there?

[@danielgalindo2714]

I appreciate this video just last week I called my mechanic to see how much he would charge me to change my spark plugs and I was thinking to do it my self but I think that for the money I rather let him do it, I just changed the thermostat after watching your video and it saved me some money so thanks for this videos, I'm looking foward for the next one

[@Rythecarguy]

+Daniel Galindo that's great! So glad it saved you some cash. If you don't mind me asking, how much does your mechanic want for the job?

[@vtm914]

+Ry the car guy Hey, I just watched your video on the spark plug change. I must say that it does look intimidating. This is my daily driver and I really don't want to screw it up. However, your video is very thorough so I might give it a shot after I do the fluid changes on both diffs, the transfer case, manual trans and radiator. The serpentine belt is due soon. I was just at Nissan today for an estimate on the spark plug R&R and they want $650.00

[@Rythecarguy]

dang that's high!

[@vtm914]

+Ry the car guy yep, California pricing.

[@Rythecarguy]

Well I can personally tell you that its not $600 worth of work lol. Its barely $200 (counting supplies)

[@RickRose]

Dang! I was hoping you were going to show me some neat trick that made this job easy. My 2008 has 140K miles, and fuel economy has gone downhill, so I'm sure my plugs are as bad as your old ones. Guess I'll have to get at it. BTW--The auto parts store guy said mine should get NGK iridium plugs. They were about $10 each. I went with those. Thanks for another great video--You've helped me a lot over the years.

[@xventureoutdoors]

I can't thank you enough! You saved my ass tonight. Replacement went without a hitch!! You're the best!

[@Rythecarguy]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!? Do you have a channel on YT? I like your logo.

[@mikedevv1]

Just subscribed and have 2010 xterra and i am about to do a bunch of maintenance and these videos are well detailed and edited!! Thanks for your hard work and sharing these videos for all of us to see.

[@Rythecarguy]

+mikedevv1 Of course man, Anything I can do to help! Hope you have a good time working on your truck. If you have any questions be sure to hit me up.

[@daveabey2116]

I have a 2010 Xterra with 188,889 miles. Do you use any diagnostic reader?

[@MrSonordrumr]

Great video as always, I own a 2008 Frontier and it has helped me a ton. Thanks, man!

[@Rythecarguy]

A little late to respond but you're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@wendolyzorehe90]

Omg thank you for your videos!!! Your making my life easier :D keep posting .

[@thermobollocks]

In no small part thanks to this video, I knocked this out today. It only took me a solid 4 hours, but at least 1 of those hours was a bit of existential anxiety after I couldn't find a bolt that was hidden underneath the bracket underneath that wiring harness. To my surprise, everything powered up and ran, no bolts were lost, and 5 out of 6 spark plugs were in predictably old but nominal shape. Number 6, on the other hand, was oily. Guess that's where that pint of oil every six months is going... A small note to anyone attempting this: If it wasn't obvious, you will use every kind of extension imaginable. I had a 1/4" and 3/8" drive, flex head and not, and 3, 6, and 9 inch extensions. You may need normal-ass crescent wrenches to help bust loose some of the particularly stubborn bolts. Likewise, a flex head in 10 and 12 millimeter make a whole lot of things way easier.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad you got it knocked out!

[@tylerpjones21]

Thank you for doing this video series! I have the exact make, model, and year! Just got it a few weeks ago so I'm about to start doing this sort of maintenance soon.

[@Rythecarguy]

+Tyler Jones how exciting! This is my first Nissan and I have to say I love it! I hope you enjoy yours as well. If you have any questions or want any specific videos just let me know. I'll do my best to accommodate you.

[@mr12gauger]

*TORQUE SPECS:* - *Intake Manifold Collector* [7 nuts/bolts (10 mm)]: -------------------------11 N-m, 1.1 kg-m, *8 ft-lb* *Note:* if the studs came out with the nuts the stud torque is---------6.9 N-m, 0.7 kg-m, *61 in-lb* - *Manifold Support Bracket* [2 bolts (12 mm)]: --------------------------------20.1 N-m, 2.1 kg-m, *15 ft-lb* - *Throttle Body* [4 bolts (5 mm hex/allan)]: --------------------------------------8.4 N-m, 0.86 kg-m, *74 in-lb* - *Vacuum Tank* /canister [1 bolt (12 mm)]: -------------------------------------19.6 N-m, 2.0 kg-m, *14 ft-lb* - *Ignition Coils* /Coil Packs [1 bolt per coil (10 mm)]: -----------------------7.0 N-m, 0.71 kg-m, *62 in-lb* - *Spark Plugs* NGK [1 per cylinder (16 mm)]: ------------------------------------24.5 N-m, 2.5 kg-m, *18 ft-lb*

[@erniethurlow2402]

Would you suggest replacing the intake manifold O-rings/gaskets too? Nice video, ugghh this auto is not made for the "quick fix".

[@cachief]

curious about this as well...

[@JesusSanchez-ee7re]

Ernie Thurlow yes replace all the the gaskets

[@anthonygarddino9834]

Very good video, I highly recommend using 3-in-one oil on plug threads.

[@Rythecarguy]

👍🏻

[@SpecialStealth]

Thank you so much as usual great skills of demonstration and instructions excellent.. If possible, I have some hoses below the Air Filter on the right side of the engine are not connected when I purchased the Xterra 2009, they are just dangling there, I am not sure where they go specifically... Can you put a Video showing each hose connections and function I really appreciate and admire your videos.... Thanks a bunch.....

[@ntime2095]

Thanks for the video just replaced my plugs and coil packs. I just took the bolts off the intake and maybe two hoses and just lifted it up enough to get the plugs out. Didn't half to take everything off but it was cool see how to take it all off If I wanted to. Thanks for the videos they help me a lot!!

[@Rythecarguy]

Any time! Good tip!

[@cachief]

thanks for the video! Did this a couple days ago per your instructions and worked great. Also cleaned the throttle body and MAF while I was at it. What could be helpful in a future video like this is one of those head mounts for a GoPro

[@richaneesh]

Whoa! Seems like a task cut out for a whole weekend! Glad you put it out here. Thanks

[@ratri4969]

I have a 2005 Pathfinder with a couple of issues so I am really appreciateing these videos. Keep them coming! P.S waiting for a timing chain video lol

[@Rythecarguy]

+Ra Tri well I am glad you like them! May not do a timing chain video since mine is in good shape. However if I do I will be sure to let you know!

[@dalevincent1375]

Auto lite Platinum Spark Plugs are as good as it gets and are a great value! Highly recommend at any price!!!

[@Rythecarguy]

🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@VictorDC61]

This motor is a V-6, not "inline 6" like you stated in the video. Other than that, very good!

[@danielgilbert6820]

Absolutely the best and most detailed videos I’ve seen . Thank you for your hard work . 1 ? Do you have to re learn the computer after disconnecting and re connecting the throttle body ? Thanks Again 👍👍

[@Rythecarguy]

Thank you sir! I would only worry about it if it acts strange.

[@311mdub]

@@Rythecarguy I’ve always been told if you take it offF you need to relearn the idle air.. especially if you clean it or mess with it at all.. Also any time you pull something apart that have gaskets must be replaced to avoid sensor issues throwing codes

[@KaiAdventure]

Great video. Thank you. Now I understand why the dealer charges so much for a spark plug job.

[@Rythecarguy]

Right!? It’s a pretty annoying job.

[@JMCDetailing]

My dad xterra is 2012 with no joke 215,000 miles!! And original plugs. These motors are pretty good.

[@JMCDetailing]

+BAMA GRAD now it's 220,000 miles. no timing chain problems yet. I'm pretty sure the timing was fixed before the 2012 model year came out. plus it is a manual transmission so no cooler problem

[@JMCDetailing]

+BAMA GRAD 230,000 miles just changed the spark plugs still going

[@Rythecarguy]

Many more to go!

[@TapSnapOrNap203]

I have a 2010 xterra and i installed a intake manifold spacer, i forget the brand but it was like 280$ for a piece of 3/8 anodized aluminum, but i cant Believe the gas mileage I get now, i have a obd link like u and i was getting 19 mpg and now i get24 to 26 mpg.. just wanted to let u know..

[@Rythecarguy]

+David Ferraiuolo nice! Its amazing how the littlest things can make the biggest impact.

[@callalilycollective]

Appreciate the video, super helpful. Changing plugs on our 05 frontier this weekend.

[@Rythecarguy]

Hope it goes well! Have fun.

[@floridadawg9857]

Thanks for video..... Just replaced plugs on my 2006 Frontier 4.0 I only loosen the plastic intake plenum and just lifted it up maybe an inch or so It was actually still kinda on the studs on one side. I did NOT remove the throttle body. The whole job probably took me an hour for all six plugs and I'm just a shade tree mechanic at best.

[@digital_harry]

Many thanks for your videos, very useful for pathfinder owners.

[@pnoisurfr2]

Thanks for the post. Your presentation is clear and concise and very good quality. Very helpful for when I replace the spark plugs on my Xterra.

[@Tecnolock]

You Sir, just earned a subscriber. Thinking about buying a Pro-4X and videos like this one give me a good idea of the work involved. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@Rythecarguy]

Hey man thanks! I'm glad you like it. The X has been awesome. I intentionally bought one that was under maintained and frankly, abused. It has been a trooper and would buy another. FYI, if you are looking at automatics use extra care when looking it over and be sure it did not suffer the big issue the automatics had.

[@user-du5lt5ij7h]

Thank you for this vid,although you can get the plugs out without taking the intake off.I have same engine in a pathfinder.Still love you!!!

[@Rythecarguy]

💪🏻

[@kevincollie2258]

removing the intake and risking a break in it is not the right way iam sure the dealership doesnt take it off to change a plug

[@Rythecarguy]

+Kevin Collie for the 50th time, I follow the factory service manual for all of the jobs I do. I'm pretty confident that Nissan knows how to work on their cars a little better than you do.

[@Rythecarguy]

+Kevin Collie if you dont like doing repair jobs the right way, dont watch my videos. I teach PROPER methods not shortcuts.

[@rontaylor7362]

I did it without removing the intake manifold. I also use a foot long piece of fuel line and stick the spark plug in it to lower them into the holes and to get them started then just pull it off. Need a short 10 mm wrench and a magnet on a stick.

[@Rythecarguy]

👍🏻

[@maldonadolemus]

Just a recommendetion. Please do not speed up your videos because your word are one thing and the job might be other...we want you watch step by step no matter if you cut the video to shorten it out. Please do not forget to say the torque specifications for the intake manifold that is important....how man ft pounds. The tutorial is great. Good information.

[@jayr4047]

Hey Ry, How About A Heater Core Replacement Video.

[@vladimirvladspecial2739]

Thanks a lot for the video! It helped me to replace the spark plugs,and valve cover on driver and passenger side!!!

[@nnylareed]

Thank you for the thorough video. Wow! I will gladly tighten the belt and pay someone to do this now that I see how much work it takes. Perhaps in the beginning or end of the next video could you have a part where you show or suggest all of the tools and products you use in the video to get the job done. Not necessary but easier for me to stop, pause, and then make a list of things to get from the store since I don't usually work on cars. Thank you so much Ry.

[@Rythecarguy]

+NYLA I love that idea, thanks! Yea I have to say this job was a bit annoying. I have had vehicles where you do not need to touch a thing to get to the plugs. That ok though. It was a good experience and wow did those plugs need to come out. The one used one I show in the video is one of the better ones that was in there. Some were completely gone.

[@nnylareed]

My 2009 Xterra is at about 89,000. I will have to make the decision in a bit to change it myself or trust that someone else will do the job better than me. I am not experienced but I am patient and believe I can do anything. That has gotten me very far. With that job being so long it also makes me think someone else won't take their time and do the quality work it takes and I should do it anyway. I haven't made up my mind yet but if I do your video will be a massive help to me. Thank you.

[@Rythecarguy]

+NYLA glad to hear. Honestly the job is more tedious than it is difficult. Patience is more important for these types of jobs. I have I've never broken anything on my cars due to lack of experience or skill. But man have I broken a ton of stuff because I have zero patience. hahaha

[@St.Maurice]

Love your videos. Was able to change sparks on a 06 Xterra without removing the manifold or intake plumbing. Was a pain in the ass but it's possible. Wrenches(ratcheting would be better) are all you need.

[@Rythecarguy]

+JELANI FOSTER thanks! I'm glad you enjoy. I'm sure you can do the job without removing all this but there are a few risks that you need to take. All of my videos follow the factory service manual to demonstrate the proper way to complete jobs on the Xterra.

[@St.Maurice]

+Ry the car guy True. Was disappointed in Nissan for making it that much work to change the plugs. Would expect that from VW.

[@Rythecarguy]

Haha exactly. Or Saab

[@harleybigdadbiker9503]

On my 2007 Frontier I got out all the plugs except for the number 1,then its just a matter of removing intake bolts and wire loom,covers,etc and raising intake manifold a few inches,while holding it up with something,then a quick change of the #1 plug and snug back everything together.

[@nadiradeoraj3793]

best Nissan video that explained on KZbin thank man

[@Rythecarguy]

+Nadira Deoraj Thank you! Hope it helped.

[@leniyemsvictorero2360]

Hi Ray thank you for your videos I do basic works in my car I resently changed my spark plugs, oil, filter cap and router as well i still have to change the six sparkplug I need a smaller ranch cuz the six valve in the Nissan Xterra is as you know it is very uncomfortable to change My question my car keeps jerking after I change the router cap and I was very careful to remove the coils one by one I love to learn to work in my car as well and feel the pleasure I can fix as much as I can people see me working in my car and they get impressed that a woman like me I guess is doing such a job but i love to know as much as I can

[@Mike.D.843]

Thanks for posting this. My '10 Xterra is due for plugs, and seeing this is a big help. I wonder what engineer thought it was a good idea to block the plugs in with the upper intake? ah well, at least the plugs don't have to be changed often, and once the intake is out of the way it's a straight shot at those three plugs. I used to have a 1st Gen x and the drivers side three plugs were a huge pita to get to on the vg33, the #6 especially required lots of profanity to get out, and even more to get it back in! the vq doesn't look so bad in comparison.

[@Rythecarguy]

+Mallan530 honestly its really not bad. Some people on here act like I'm crazy to go though that work but I say its crazy not to. If you try to work around that manifold you could do more harm than good.

[@joseamador4751]

exelente video justo ahora le voy aser cambio de spark plugs aseites y filtros grasias

[@ericharizona3814]

Great video. Thanks a ton for the effort! Gonna attempt this in a few days thanks to your video. And, atta boy for dealing with all the haters in a professional way. Just trying to do things correct...... I have an 06' Xterra manual, original owner. Thought this was done at scheduled mileage and come to find out it was not. My fault. 145k on original plugs, oops! no miss fires but definitely lacks power it once had and reduced MPG. I do pull (pop up, rzr4) so I went with OEM plugs, $84 from dealer (Standard type:PLFR5A-11). After reading about the throttle body comments I will attempt to change the plugs without removing the intake, mainly because I do NOT want to have to deal with throttle body codes or manually correcting that issue with timers and stop watches, confidence low with that one. Qu: if I do decide to remove the intake can I keep the throttle body attached? you removed it in your video. I want the least to do with that as possible. Thanks again for all your effort

[@Rythecarguy]

+Erich ariZona thank you!! And yes you can leave it on but the potential for throw codes comes when you take the power connector out of the sensor. Which (if you remove the intake) you will have to do.

[@Mike.D.843]

Ry the car guy question related to this: when I looked at mine contemplating doing this job, I was thinking that the throttle body should be able to be separated from the intake without disconnecting anything and just left sitting there. is there any reason why that would not be possible? care would have to be taken working around it of course, but this method should eliminate the possibility of throwing codes for the TB, or having to do a relearn, as long as I am not missing something.

[@lop9z]

What size socket did u use to take out the spark plugs?

[@AmericanNinja]

What does the Standard, Hot , Cold type mean? I have an 05 Xterra Which one do I use?

[@Rythecarguy]

I would just use standard. You would only try different ones if the standards give you pinging.

[@beardumaw24]

The throttle body can stay attached to the plastic intalk and when removing the intake.

[@daveabey2116]

Hey Ry, Excellent video! Thank you. Do u have any recommendations for OBD 2 diagnostic reader?

[@reafaelortiz6930]

true about rad to trans only on automatics. I have an automatic changed my rad at 80,000 miles.anything over 100,000 miles and your done.

[@temporaryscars]

Don't you have to do the collector bolts in a specific order? I thought the manual said what order to do them in. Nothing about that is mentioned here.

[@steveevans7489]

Nice video, just bought a 2000 and I'm sure spark plug change will be in my near future. One question is there any way to tell if the coil is bad (I don't have a code grabber, which do you like) because this would definitely be the time to change them too.

[@falconthree3815]

Does the Pcv valve have two hoses& how do I get it off for replacement ?

[@Rythecarguy]

Check out this video. I explain the Xterra PCV in a bit of detail. How to Install an Oil Catch Can Into Your Car kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnPRp6ukh7hqirc

[@xventureoutdoors]

Thanks for the video, Ry! Next nice day here I'll be doing mine. Easy side is already done. Any torque specs I should be concerned about when seating the intake manifold? Also, should I replace the gaskets too? Thanks again!

[@TheBlackdogs2]

Thank you so much for making these videos.

[@Rythecarguy]

My pleasure!! Hope they help. :)

[@altruism8637]

Way more than just a little bit of antifreeze came out of the hoses attached to the throttlebody, a huge puddle came out what's going on, please explain

[@ChrisRedding1]

Hey there! Don’t know if you’ll see this but I’m curious how well this video would apply to a 2011 engine. My spark plugs need done but I also want to do them myself.

[@Rythecarguy]

If it's the VQ 40 then it will be the exact same process

[@NI-pi2ne]

A channel named "Hardly Moving' has a method to change spark plugs on a 4.0 Nissan with removing the plemum . Easy I have done it this way.

[@Rythecarguy]

Nice

[@mj478]

Ry definitely appreciate your videos. Great work and quality. My question is have you ever done a catalytic converter replacement video for the Xterra? I currently have the P0430 code.

[@Rythecarguy]

You know, I get this question a lot. I have not done it yet. I hear it's a huge pain so I want to wait until I get the code.

[@hero2006]

Great video. I'm changing my plugs this weekend.

[@Rythecarguy]

Dope, how did it go?

[@deaneldon1852]

great Video, all my nuts and bolts securing the plastic cover ar rusted out, do you know where I and find new ones? Its hard to find

[@Rythecarguy]

Junk yards are great for stuff like that. And nearly free. Just buy something else small and they will just throw the bolts in.

[@ruger95]

Will try again Monday, thanks for advice.

[@timvener3723]

I just leave the Throttle body attached and roll the intake foreward so I don't have to disconnect the coolant lines. Also I check the intake o-rings if they are hard or flat replace them as long as it's apart. they are cheap.

[@Rythecarguy]

Great tips! As long as your coolant lines are healthy enough for that kinda twist. If they aren't they should be replaced anyway. 🤘🏻

[@lorettacaputo6997]

Are all years of the Nissan Xterra the same in terms of the obstructions to the removal of the passenger side bank of plugs. I have a 2008 Xterra and I am eventually faced with the plug change procedure. I have seen other videos and some comments have indicated that individuals have managed to swap out plug #1 without all the dissasembly by creative use of small stubby ratchets and universals, rubber hose fittings and a creative rotation of the coil pack in such a way that it lifts out without massive parts removal. I would love to see how the Nissan dealerships really to the plug swap. Can anyone confirm this?

[@mikeplitnick5051]

So I just picked up a 2005 Exterra with 77k miles, and no mechanical issues as of yet, I only have it a week, But I heard about the trans radiator thing, What should I look for? and what should I do to prevent the bomb? And did I miss something or dont you have to gap the plugs before installing and what about torque specs?

[@peaceseeker123]

In this video you show the collector with two missing gaskets are they just stuck in the motor bay still

[@Rythecarguy]

No, they were just black for some reason. had to see in the video.

[@stephfn]

Ryan, thanks so much for the video. I just changed the 1, 3 and 5 spark plugs on my '06 Pathfinder. I have a question. It took me forever to take things apart to get to the boots and plugs. I just read on the NGK site that using anti seize lubricant can be detrimental to the plugs. I used it based on what you said. Have you had any problems with the plugs after using anti seize on them?

[@patrickesguerra514]

Great video! I received a quote from a mechanic that ranged anywhere between $750-$1,200. Is this price range typical for this work? $1,200 being to replace all 6. Also, my 2005 Xterra has almost 200,000 miles on it, Would it even be worth fixing at this point?