Prius 2010-2015 EASY DIY Spark Plugs Replacement

This is a 2013 Toyota Prius we are changing the spark plugs on. EASY to replace DIY instructions! Generation 3 Prius with the 1.8L engine. Replacement is recommended at 120k miles or 12 years, whichever comes first. This car had over 198K miles, owner reports the vehicle feels like it has a lot more power now. Procedure will be the same for 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 models. XW30 Chassis 2ZR-FXE Engine
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[@CarsYouCanFix]

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[@kevinblair2350]

Absolutely excellent presentation. No background music needed.

[@ElKiwiProductions]

For those that can't get the spark plug out but can unscrew it, use the coils to pull them out. If you don't have a 14mm magnet socket. Unscrew them, then use the coils to pull them out.

[@CarsYouCanFix]

That's one way to do it!

[@TheSkullman721]

The magnetic socket is only like $10 at AutoZone it’s worth just getting it

[@homeskillet64]

Thank you for the helpful video. God bless you my dude.

[@etowers1430]

Why the hell did toyota do this ?? Mechanics want $400 plus to replace plugs

[@CarsYouCanFix]

The Prius does have a small engine bay, but hopefully my video can help out people so they can do it themselves to save $$$.

[@freddyh004]

I thank you very much for this tutorial, it was of great help to me and I was able to save the 300 dollars that the mechanic wanted

[@reyzapata9375]

Dang.!. Japanese sure make it hard to change spark plugs and lights.!.😮☹️👎🏽

[@landshass2849]

That's why I bought a Camry hybrid. It was a 20 minutes job from a to z.

[@evifnoskcaj]

What absolutely horrible engineering from Toyota on this. Normally you just remove the stupid vanity cover from the engine and it's right there. Like 4 screws, usually. I know there are far worse than this, but this is honestly like moderate to terrible and is far from Toyota's normal excellence. Disappointing. Regardless, thank you for this fantastic step by step.

[@Paranitis]

Seemed easy then saw I have to dismantle the car to get to it. :/

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Removing the wipers and cowl does require some extra work but it is doable, especially if you follow along the video as you are doing the job too. Don't let it discourage you!

[@elchapulincolorado4173]

Thank you so much. Very clear. You saved me a lot of money

[@AdamHelb]

Helpful video. Thank you

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@theyearoftherat]

Insane that they charge so much money for 10 - 20 minutes worth of work. Thanks for the video - this will be the first time I try and do any work on my own.

[@medjoolmaker]

thanks for making this video, new sub here, plus a like and a comment! thanks

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thank you! I appreciate the support!

[@Ed-eq8ui]

Thank you! Great step-by-step video.

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment!

[@MFB7000]

Thanks for this video. You saved me so much time

[@TheSoCalSailing]

Saved myself $400 with this video, thanks for the great instructions.

[@CarsYouCanFix]

NICE!!! Glad this video helped you out!

[@nuscyg]

Your video gave me more confidence to replace the car's spark plugs myself. I rarely use torque wrenches, so I don't want to spend a lot on one. What's a good one for occasional use?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

This one here is decent for occasional use amzn.to/3QycfTN I do have links to other tools that may be helpful in the description area. Thanks for watching!

[@tanyav123]

You can rent them at auto zone

[@nuscyg]

@@tanyav123 Okay, thanks. Good to know that they rent those. I borrowed a code reader while I was there at the Auto Zone before. Plugged the reader and did my code reading there in the parking lot, then returned it back. They gave me a printout of the code and diagnosis while I waited. Oh, I ended up buying the torque wrench as suggested above already.

[@lettymares1]

The mechanic: ..I'm not going to charge you for the plugs replacement; only for the removal and replacement of that mes over the plugs.. Me: ok thanks, how much? The mechanic: $400. but not for the plugs labor..😮 😂

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Hopefully this video can help you save some $$$!

[@gmejia02]

Very good video, complete start to finish!!

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thanks!

[@MrCodyStrickland]

Great video! Thank you

[@CarsYouCanFix]

No problem! Thanks!

[@runchap]

Annnnd…remove all body panels, brakes, tires, and turn signal stalk….easy as pie!!

[@CarsYouCanFix]

🤣

[@CapeToys]

No thanks, I'll just pay the shop. this is not what I call easy.

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Understandable, not a job for everyone.

[@edwinhernandez3793]

It’s pretty simple, it can be done in under one hour. Not to mention you’ll save at least 200 bucks!

[@jamescc2010]

Not sure it will take much work to remove stuff before getting to spark plugs. Same procedure for 2012 Prius C?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Should be the same procedure!

[@TheSkullman721]

I liked and subscribed for you! Showing my support. Helping out a family member to change her plugs. Thanks for the video. ✝️😊🙏🏼

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thank you for supporting the channel!🙏

[@ronaldn7594]

This the best presentation so far. Thank you!

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thank you!!!

[@josephmarciano4761]

Many thanks for posting! Excellent teaching moment.

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@DEG1985]

Buen video gracias, me he subscrito a su canal...

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Gracias por el apoyo

[@willowbeefarm]

Is there a reason for not using antiseize on the threads on a prius? I have always done this on my other cars

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Most spark plugs these days have a zinc or nickel plating, so you don't need antiseize. Another reason is you can over tighten the spark plugs with the threads lubed.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

Thanks COOP ...

[@volkanzorba3615]

Thank you

[@jasonmedeiros9492]

Do you Gap the plugs?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

They do come "pre-gapped" but it's always recommended to check the gap against manufacturer specifications.

[@wasifanjum6891]

Hi... Can anyone guide when to change them. Means after how many Kms ?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Toyota says every (120k mi) 190k km or every 12 years. Personally I recommend about every (80k mi) 130k km for this vehicle.

[@ernestodelgadillo9362]

@@CarsYouCanFix How much Toyota charges for changing spark plugs?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

@@ernestodelgadillo9362 The price will vary from place to place. I'm not really sure the average cost to get this done at the dealership.

[@ernestodelgadillo9362]

@@CarsYouCanFix Thank you!

[@JonathanDavid374]

Well done video! Thanks!

[@CarsYouCanFix]

Thanks for your comment!

[@migoodoo6295]

Any change on mpg ?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

My customer reported more power and a little more MPG.

[@kamal5341]

How much does the blug cost

[@CarsYouCanFix]

OEM spark plugs are about $15-$20 each

[@kamal5341]

@@CarsYouCanFix what about the coils?

[@CarsYouCanFix]

​@@kamal5341OEM about $90-$110 retail.

[@kamal5341]

@@CarsYouCanFix 🌹

[@zizimugen4470]

I don’t understand how people “just” pull off the driver side windshield wiper. That thing is STUCK

[@CarsYouCanFix]

When they are really tight, you need to wiggle it towards the base. It will eventually break free most of the time.

[@zizimugen4470]

@@CarsYouCanFix that’s so vague. “Press down on the base of the wiper assembly with increasing force when you press/wobble.” You didn’t explain that well at all. Imagine you’ve never done this before. If you do ANYTHING with the feeling of assumption, then you’re assuming too much. I found someone else’s video, and they explained why I was having trouble pulling the driver wiper assembly out. They got a 👍, you got a 👎. You assumed someone has already loosened the driver wiper assembly. And when you assume, you make an ass of U, not Me. Seriously, don’t tell me that it went smoothly on your first time. When you made this video, you had already taken off the driver wiper assembly. And then you literally thought, and I mentally quote, “they’ll figure out to wobble it.” You fucking knew. You goddamn fucking knew there was a catch, and you assumed that a newbie would simply fucking know. No. Fuck that. No cookies for you. Redo this tutorial, the right fucking way. Find a Prius owner and teach them, because you’re fucking bad at this. 4:45 another reasons why this tutorial is shit. I’m a first timer, and those coils are NOT piston-specific. They all fit in any other socket. They do NOT need to be put in in the same order, since they’re the same things. God dammit I just one ONE straightforward video of how it’s done.

[@zizimugen4470]

@@CarsYouCanFix not the best reply. More specifically, you press on the base of that wiper’s base, and gently wobble it progressively harder. And then it comes loose and out. That’s kind of important for someone who was doing this for the first time, and had to race severe weather.

[@CAPRICES4LYFE]

When ppl wonder: why you have no comments?​@@zizimugen4470

[@ulisesantonio5905]

I just ran into this problem and cracked my windshield trying to take it off. After, I realized you simple need to first lift the wiper like in the winter when you just leave them up and then it comes out just like that.