How to replace the spark plugs on a 2006 Honda CRV

I will show you how to replace the plugs on this 2006 CRV. Most 2002 to 2016 CRV,Elements and Accords are the same procedure.

[@maryhildreth754]

Thank you for the video. Our income has been reduced because my husband had a stroke and we are waiting on his disability hearing, so I am having to learn to do the small things myself. Your video is very clear and explains everything to me, except how to use the torque wrench, and the auto parts store let's you use theirs so I'm sure the boy there can tell me how. Wish me luck, and thanks for making this! I'm going to look and see if you have one on how to charge my AC on the car and how to replace the battery cables as well. It's a 2006 crv so it looks like mine, and that's perfect! Thanks again!

[@alphanumeric1529]

You ever change that AC?

[@OresPaz]

@@alphanumeric1529 never charge your AC by yourself. The stuff is highly toxic to all life on Earth

[@flyfisherman4184]

Thanks Jim, great instructional video. As a former auto mechanic, I appreciate seeing all the fine details of a job well done, just like I was taught as an engine repair apprentice at a Ford dealership, 36 years ago...

[@GunnerM60]

Thank you very much for this video! I am trying to save $ & do a lot more of these simple repairs myself without going to my shop. Your step-by-step instructions are FANTASTIC!!!

[@supercoupe6288]

Jim, i got this info right from NGK website, NGK spark plugs feature what is known as trivalent plating. This silver-or-chrome colored finish on the threads is designed to provide corrosion resistance against moisture and chemicals. The coating also acts as a release agent during spark plug removal. NGK spark plugs are installed at the factory dry, without the use of anti-seize. NGK tech support has received a number of tech calls from installers who have over-tightened spark plugs because of the use of anti-seize. Anti-seize compound can act as a lubricant altering torque values up to 20 percent, increasing the risk of spark plug thread breakage. i didn't know this and have used never-seize on spark plugs that where silver or chrome is this going to be a problem.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for the info and for your input

[@genericusername1365]

I used to believe what you said, but in my pragmatic experience anti-seize compound (just a little bit) avoids all kinds of problems. The 2006 Honda CR-V Factory Service Manual (FSM) reads: "Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the plug threads, and screw the plugs into the cylinder head finger tight. Then torque them to 13 ft. lbs." Over-torquing because the lubricity of the anti-seize compound can be avoided by torquing with your hand on the head of the wrench/ratchet instead of the handle, or by torquing to about 10 or 11 ft. lbs (125 inch lbs). I think Jim is correct here, however, but it is a matter of opinion.

[@jerryhill7296]

Love this video, your on point and I've been doing this for 30 years but the anything I can learn from you about this 2006 Honda is great to watch. Thanks so much.

[@MrHasie]

This was very well done and explained thoroughly. Thanks.

[@sn00ch]

Thanks SOOOO much for this video! My mom got charged $99 for 4 plugs (NOT including the installation!!!) from her local "good guy, honest" mechanic. PUH! That joker just lost mom's business! I'll be doing her maintenance from now on thanks to your help!!

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help. Thanks for watching.

[@yakwater]

Really helped me out - freezing out and getting dark, so knowing exactly what to do made a big difference.

[@genericusername1365]

Great video, thanks. The 2006 Honda Factory Service Manual shows either of two spark plugs as being original equipment: NGK 1ZFR6K11 or Denso SKJ20DR-M11 so either of those two are correct (both are iridium plugs).

[@bongofury5924]

Great video Jim. I’m still searching for a auto mechanic as straight forward as you. I’m happy to hand my hard-earned money over, as long as the job gets done correctly. Keep saving us DYIers some scratch with your vids, it’s much appreciated. Peace.......

[@Brownbeardad]

Your videos are always to the point and informative. You are my first go to. One reason is your reference to tightening and loosening a nut or bolt as clockwise and counterclockwise. Not lefty-loosey and right-tidy which depends on whether a person is pushing or pulling. Maybe a minor point, but shows your experience. Thanks.

[@IWBVS]

Great video. NGKs website says don't out anti seize or you'll over torque it. They have a coating on them already

[@annylee4208]

Thanks for the video. I came over because my local dealership wanted to charge me over $400 to replace the 4 spark plugs. I guess I will try to diy following this video.

[@DefaultName-yf5sd]

Then tell everyone you know to avoid that shop like the plague.

[@BucksBe]

Wonderful video!! Replacing my 2010 CR-V plugs tomorrow and all your advice still applies 🙏

[@jayarmstrong5957]

Thank you sir! Great video - I'm not the handiest guy but was able to easily change the plugs on my 2010 CRV thanks to this video.

[@wodedagawd9328]

Your videos have helped me understand my car better than anyone else thank you

[@ronaldcach2779]

Hi Jim, I put a 6 inch piece of vacuum line on the end of the spark plug to lower the plug into the head, to prevent from dropping them. THANKS FRIEND

[@flyfisherman4184]

Yup, a good trick to remember

[@wyattoneable]

I hit the like button before the video even started. I knew I was going to enjoy the information. You right. With the plugs being that far into the engine and in constant heat, having the correct plugs is important. I've also used a vacuum hose on the electrode to drop the plugs in the hole. You can spin them in a little too. Great video as always Jim.

[@ulyssej.garcia3863]

Thanks Jim it did not start my CRV 😂but I have learned a lot and I had a lot of fun❤ I even impressed my self😂 changing these spark plugs!!!

[@MrHasie]

Just replaced the plugs, thanks for the video!

[@mcleb84]

Sir, you made a great video. You are a good teacher. Hopefully you are training an apprentice personally.

[@dywildatheart]

Jim, thanks we are doing this job tomorrow. Thanks again for the insight. You do a great job with the video and sound!!!

[@AtomicE77]

Thank you Jim! Exactly what I was looking for!

[@jeffwitulski9404]

Thank you, your video helped me do the spark plugs on my CRV

[@petemiller5813]

Good advice regarding the type of plugs you use. Particularly on the Hondas you need to use what the manufacturer recommends, especially regarding transmission fluid, power steering and others. Honda stuff is pretty inexpensive, plus they will out last the cheaper stuff, plus you'll avoid a more costly repair.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for stopping by the shop

[@CarlWF6J]

Thank you for doing the video. Do you recommend using canned air to "blow out" the deep plug holes before removing the plugs? Looks like they are probably covered enough. Will be doing this as I just got a 2006 CRV with almost 200K on it.

[@Desertduleler_88]

I tend to tighten spark plugs by hand 1/4 -1/3 of a turn after the plug bottoms, in fact NGK mentions the same thing when tightening spark plugs. I find that method more reliable than using a torque wrench on alloy threads.

[@f42un84u]

1/4 turn maximum first set was recommended by NGK, recheck in one month when plug seats in block

[@sneezie2]

@@f42un84u Recheck to what? Another 1/4 turn from wherever they are at the time? If they weren't torqued to any certain spec, what are you checking? Can you imagine going back to a dealership or any garage to have them "recheck" the spark plug tightness after a month on another guys idea of what a quarter turn was at installation? I guess mileage is not a concern during that month of time either as everyone drives exactly the same distance and under the same conditions. SMDH

[@chrisandstephanieashley3510]

Your video was excellent and saved me a bundle today. Thank you.

[@BlitzBlazzard]

Accurate and thorough! Thank you for posting!

[@alphanumeric1529]

Thanks for this vid. We bought a 2005 Crv, mileage was high, can't recall, senior moment, like 170,000 now? We maybe put the last 40,000 miles on it. I've never replaced the plugs... how can I tell if they're old and need to be replaced? Idle seems okay, but I don't have mechanic ears. Also, we just had a sudden and catastrophic failure of the crankshaft seal. It never leaked previously, just suddenly blew out on the freeway, started with a clanking sound, that went way during the drive. But, oil everywhere, entire engine compartment and underside of the car on the passenger side is covered in oil... I haven't jacked it up and taken the tire off yet to get a better look... could that just be an old seal failing suddenly, or should I be looking for a larger problem that blew the seal out? Harmonic balancer blown? I wasn't in the car, wife said the car started to overheat earlier in the drive so she turned off the max/ac and I think turned on the heat, rolled down the windows. Temp never got much above half way on the guage when it overheated... data points... later in the drive home, after a stop, she was using the ac, but no overheating, but then the seal seems to have blown out. Thanks for teaching all that you do!

[@willaimkazer9754]

I have a 2004 CR V. It's real simple. If you might not remember, do one at a time. Don't drop the plugs or the coils that will make for a bad day. Oh, Use a spark plug socket. If you don't have one, use a deep socket to break the plugs loose, then use a 3/8" id hose to loosen the plugs the rest of the way and extract them with it carefully.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching.

[@theoldstoryteller]

Just a small tip from under the shade tree. Start the plugs with a small rubber hose etc.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for your input and for watching.

[@sneezie2]

6" long x 3/8"I.D. fuel hose is what I've been using for years. I have various lengths, but so far, only 3/8" ID hose.

[@heros2110]

What i do to remember, next to markings on the engine: Either i take a picture before i remove it, or i use a cardboard with remarks and place the removed parts in their respective order/orientation. Greetings from Switzerland.

[@chiriqui1000]

Very good explanation...!! Thanks.

[@mattiaskasparian800]

Thanks Jim.

[@911naimplate]

Good video. One important thing to mention however, be careful of using the spark plugs in the video. I used them and they turned out to be cheap Chinese clones. NOT saying that all NGK plugs are fake but the ones I got on EBAY were. I thought I would save a few bucks on EBAY instead of going directly to Honda. The plugs and box looked 100% authentic. After a few weeks the car began to take more time to auto start, 2-3 full cycles versus just one. A few weeks later the starter just cranked but there was no ignition. Now the car was dead in my driveway. I towed the car to my local Honda dealer and they said there was a low spark issue. They replaced the plugs and the car went back to normal. They confirmed the NGK plugs I bought off of EBAY were fakes as they became badly worn (burned) after only a few thousand miles looking more like spark plugs with a couple of hundred thousand miles on them. It's a tough way to learn but learn none-the-less. I suggest to only use OEM parts even if the dealer does charge more. You pay less in the long run. Go HONDA!!!!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching.

[@f42un84u]

Exactly. Get from auto parts store only.

[@krisru9484]

Thank you, very helpful, especially for woman :)

[@aprildamski7372]

Hi Jim. Just wondering what would happen if you did something wrong, like maybe you didn't put in the spark plugs tight enough? Would the engine just not start or something worse? What would you have to do then? I'm thinking of changing the spark plugs and PCV valve on my Mom's car for her. Thank you for this video, Really helpful and easy to understand.

[@jimthecarguy]

If the plugs are not tight enough they could come out. If you are worried about leaving them loose you can buy a cheep torque wrench and then install them.

[@aprildamski7372]

@@jimthecarguy Thank you so much Jim.

[@jimv1484]

Hey Jim....I dont subscribe to many,,,,but I appreciate your efforts.....I am subscribed!!! Nice work,

[@clayaderhold]

thankyou for this vid!!

[@miniaturefarmer464]

Well explained. Thanks for the lesson!

[@kd1366]

Thank you for very nice video and you explain very nicely.

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bpy4073]

Why not just use the magnet to put the plugs back in?

[@bongskisalva5365]

Great tips! Thank you for this video instructions. Just a question, what usually the frequency of replacing the spark plugs.. like how many km readings?

[@sneezie2]

owners manual or, wait for it.....GOOGLE

[@johnnyrocket6642]

Helpful and educational - thank you very much!

[@chris7021ny]

Thanks for sharing this

[@jimthecarguy]

My pleasure

[@shoa4566]

Thank you plenty.

[@davidcarlin3850]

Thank you Jim for all of your help :)

[@anthonynicastro9257]

Good job Jim. thanks for the video enjoyable to watch

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you and welcome to the shop.

[@roncarlson3233]

Great video! easy to follow, thanks

[@williampaul8556]

Nice Job. Very helpful.,

[@joycefortin7877]

Hi Jim, thanks so much for the video. I'm wondering how much these spark plugs should cost. I've been quoted $29/ea. I thought that very expensive in spite of it being a Honda part.

[@Woaitudou]

Joyce Fortin very expensive from the dealer. Buy from amazon or advance auto parts, about $10 each.

[@juangaytan8467]

Definitely don't buy from the dealer, they make up excuses to make money

[@eluniversodelecuador]

eBay or Amazon have competitive pricing. 👍

[@Jaguar1314]

I do them one at a time completely to not get confused

[@jimthecarguy]

Very good idea.Thanks for watching.

[@glennstains1611]

Great video. Thanks for the help!

[@Hojjiifp]

NGK laser iridium sparkplugs are tough. I just replaced mine at 160,000 miles and the old ones are like new.

[@jimthecarguy]

They are the best for sure.

[@yomamma6756]

Thanks internet dad

[@irmaescobar7011]

I did changed the spark plugs in my Honda CR-V 2008 Luxury, is necessary to reset the computer ??? Thanks

[@vahidfire3856]

Perfect

[@dezblyan5125]

Good job jim

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you

[@fredbarney1849]

Question. Would it be a good idea to replace the coils at 140k miles? Thanks

[@mikes4408]

Jim no silicone on the boots?

[@Kjodienda]

Just watched your video as I am contemplating replacing the coils on my 2006 CR-V. I haven't had any failures, but am wondering if @ 155k miles it is time for a change. What do you think? Is this something I need to do preemptively? Thanks in advance for your reply.

[@jimthecarguy]

Good question. I would recommend not replacing the coils unless they fail. It is not very common to replace them on this car.

[@Kjodienda]

@@jimthecarguy Thanks for the prompt reply.

[@junsantos4297]

Do you need need to unplug the battery terminals first?

[@israelrodriguez6986]

Hey who you talkn to, hilarious!!!

[@imadpola6782]

He Jim Hey.there is a different number on each coil like N5 or N9 should I follow up these numbers or it's the same position???? Thank you

[@toddtccummings]

Great video!

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help .Thanks for watching

[@cmaartin39]

Jim Great video !!!!

[@williammoss5529]

How would you know if it's the coil and not the sparkplugs?

[@joshuafigueroa6]

hey Jimmy. HAPPY NEW YEARS. I changed my plugs on a 2006 pathfinder. I admire ur methods. thats the way I was taught. but on the way down tightening the manifold I broke 2 bolt at the upper plenium. it doesn't have any leaks thank God. tell me, a basic extractor should be fine getting those bad boys out?

[@petemiller5813]

Check out South Main Auto Repair. Eric O. just did a new video on extractors. This video may help you out.

[@joshuafigueroa6]

cool beans! thanks

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for your input and yes a basic extractor should work.

[@petemiller5813]

Always willing to help another car guy out. Good Luck

[@hon2010da]

why not use a spark plug socket. 11

[@alexharrigan8943]

Jim, TY for the post. I am concerned about damaging these iridium plugs when adjusting the gap, any pointers ?

[@bscjake]

you don't they are pre set.

[@11jgarciac]

Thank you so much!

[@theinvisiblechurch1607]

Thank you so much.

[@joec8750]

2:35.... "Hold my beer"

[@israelrodriguez6986]

Do u have to disconnect the negative battery terminal to inspect or change the spark plugs? Thank you!

[@mogtrader8]

Israel Rodriguez yes always wen.doing electical

[@DefaultName-yf5sd]

@@mogtrader8 Never unless you want to stuff up the computer and the car radio.

[@jb9090]

Thanks!

[@willmcgregor7184]

Hi Jim We have a 2007 CRV in which the battery drains very quickly. Listening to the radio or leaving the lights on for only a few minutes & the car won’t start. Honda says the charging system is working normally. Any advice? Thanks for another helpful video.

[@alexwilcox9559]

how old is the battery? when the car is turned off, the only job the battery does is to supply the necessary power to keep the accessories running, and if the battery is nearing the end, it won't keep it's charge very long. when the car is running, so is the alternator, which keeps the battery going at its necessary voltage. most part stores will test the cold cranking amps on your battery for free. sounds like you just need a new battery. if the battery still has a good charge and keeps dying, you may have other issues in the sense that something is still drawing power when the engine is off, and then the possibilities expand very fast lol edit: a period instead of a comma*

[@willmcgregor7184]

Thanks I read some more & I got a multimeter & checked a couple things. Battery tested to have 12.3V & 300 mA draw when vehicle is off. Yes, the search begins for what’s using that much power when vehicle is off. Some reports of AC relay staying closed.

[@alexwilcox9559]

@@willmcgregor7184 good luck! I'm not a mechanic so unfortunately I can't help you out much more than that

[@willmcgregor7184]

Thanks I’m looking at getting a bigger battery. Very little extra space in the compartment. What Battery did you buy?

[@willmcgregor7184]

Thanks I got around to checking the fuses & relays (engine compartment) responsible for the Amp using a multimeter. So far fuse 23-Back Up is responsible for about a 700mAmp draw when vehicle is off. Just checked a Honda Forum & others report similar problems.

[@gwilliams74]

How often should the coil packs be replaced?

[@robertlopez2365]

A few years back I crossed thread my plugs. I used the anti seaze . But I think I used too much causing the threads to cross. Any suggestions. Thx Dr Rob

[@jimthecarguy]

If you start the plugs by hand only you will not cross the plugs

[@ssaladass7785]

Thanks brother, this helped!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad to hear it!

[@deolilacsamana2018]

What's the gapping for the spark plugs? how many mm?

[@Benelli-ex7oq]

Hi Jim what oil does a Honda crv 2002 use

[@thechoosenone1886]

What happens if the (black) coils that goes over the spark plugs gets mix up...will that stop it from starting up??

[@eluniversodelecuador]

the choosen one - The will start even if the coils get mixed.

[@billymontoya4893]

Hi jim is this sparkplugs fit to 2011 crv lx?

[@maxgreen6838]

Thank you!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for stopping by the shop

[@phillipkalaveras1725]

So do I want the IR or the LR?

[@henrysteeze5754]

What gasket would you have to replace if the bottom of those are covered in oil?

[@jimthecarguy]

If there is oil on the outside of the plugs then it needs a new valve cover gasket . The gasket has new seals for the spark plug tube.

[@henrysteeze5754]

@@jimthecarguy thank you so much. Didn't expect to get a reply from you 3 years later.

[@jimthecarguy]

@@henrysteeze5754 I try to answer as often as I can. Thanks for watching.

[@Showbiztrends001]

Keys words is NGK IR spark plugs and gap 0.41 or 0.42….Honda says 0.40 to 0.44 so you will be fine

[@russelljenkins4524]

have you work on a car when get wet out the car stop run

[@Toolaholic7]

You don't mess with the gap on the iridium and platinum tipped plugs,will break the little tip off.Installing the wrong brand spark plugs will cause misfires and I have seen this before.See this with the Bosch spark plugs a lot and seen it once with the E3 spark plugs so far

[@jimthecarguy]

You are correct but it is always a good idea to look at the gap to make sure that they are not close from being banged around in the auto parts store or in delivery.Thank you for your input..

[@JoseMendez-us9ij]

My 2006 CRV is giving me only 10 miles a gallon and I wonder why is that, sir? Even on the highway is bad.

[@jimthecarguy]

Is the check engine light on?Is the trans shifting correctly? At highway speed what are the RPM'S at 60 MPH?

[@f42un84u]

Check oxygen sensors. Bad OS dumps extra fuel in cylinder lowering mileage, but engine runs fine. Had same problem.

[@alexwilcox9559]

may be a silly question, but how are the brakes? i have an 07 crv and just had to completely re-do my brakes after finding out i had calipers seizing up on me, my gas milage has significantly increased since as you can imagine

[@bharatsurti3118]

Sir spark plug then anything to do to better mileage

[@jimthecarguy]

Is there any check engine lights on?

[@Seniorsix]

You gotta be from Long Island! 🤣

[@jimthecarguy]

Close New Jersey.I'm happy to help. Watch for the next free tool giveaway coming soon.

[@kerreckt]

Do not use anti seize on NGK or Denso plugs.

[@angelisone]

Help, does a 2005 CR-V EX has two Spark Plugs' Inlet Tubing, top and bottom? #1, 2 & 3 Spark Plugs have oil on threads while Ignition Coils are dry. Can't find any video of this problem, just many showing how to change spark plugs. No one will say what if your Spark Plugs are wet with oil. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@jimthecarguy]

Is the oil inside the spark plug tube on the outside of the plug? Can you send me a picture? [e-mail]

[@angelisone]

@@jimthecarguy The three spark plugs (#1, #2, #3) look like this: carroar.com/oil-on-spark-plugs/ Oil can bee seen only on Spark Plug's Thread. I got shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/felpro-valve-cover-gasket-set-vs-50614-r/20688540-P?searchTerm=valve+cover+gasket+kit Four large Inlet Tubing Seals fit nicely on Valve Cover. I don't know where the other Four Large Inlet Tubing Seals fit onto. Does the 2005 Honda CR-V EX has two Inlet Tubing Seals for each Spark Tubing?

[@angelisone]

@@jimthecarguy Just an example from EricTheCarGuy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYq4aaSqhd-Ehbs Show on bottom seals (8:46) from Spark Plug's Tubing. Again, do you think the 2005 CR-V EX has dual Inlet Tube Seals (on Valve Cover & under Lifter? Or do you think the CR-V has bad pistons /or bad rings, causing oil stain on thread of 3 sparks?

[@jjjkjhh4880]

what happens if after i put the spark plugs the car start shaking a little?

[@2005jgkay]

NGK or denso which is best

[@BigDog50001]

Jason K On most Hondas either one is fine. I prefer NGK though.

[@jimthecarguy]

I like to go with the OEM

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for stopping by the shop

[@eluniversodelecuador]

Bosch Iridium will also work well!

[@joelaplnski5394]

Jim, who you talking to...........................at the end of your video, the person starting the car,did you grab somebody off the street

[@williammorgan8786]

Jim's old hot rod buddy, he runs the Sinclair service station about a block away.

[@Ron-h4l]

Jim buddy, I emailed you never got back to me, what happened.

[@oh_look_bananas]

I followed these instructions and now my radio won't change stations.

[@juangaytan8467]

I lost my 10mil