Subaru BRZ (GT86, GR86, & FRS) Spark Plugs The Easy Way! No Engine Lift. TONE Vs. KTC Install Tools!

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[@mickeybrumfield764]

What we have here is a very talented Mr. Subaru making things look easy. 😊

[@CrazyCat229]

I love when people say this looks annoying. Annoying is having to remove the intake and all sort of other stuff just to get to the spark plugs. Then remove fuel rails...

[@Mike_44]

Jesus.. and I was complaining about my ej255 lol

[@edwardhertig2895]

I have the Tone set and I use a Tone ratchet with the slim 3/8 drive in a 1/4 head. It makes changing spark plugs on my 2017 Crosstrek much, much easier. That BRZ has less room than the Crosstrek to work in. Using a ratcheting wrench is a plus with the Tone set for sure. Great video, thx again !

[@rock962000]

crosstrek and impreza are the easiest plugs to change. I usually use 1/4 adapters and extensions on impact driver to remove and replace them.

[@Martini_Mcfly]

Watching this gave my knuckles PTSD from finally doing this 2 months ago on my 2013. Oh, and that driver side fuel rail cover requires some Tetris level talent. Great video!

[@damm1957]

What we have here is Mr Sabaru saving us money. So let me say thank you from a disabled vet.

[@MrSubaru1387]

You’re welcome!

[@wim0104]

dang, I'm so lucky with the 2011 outback with the EJ253... the spark plugs are tilted slightly upwards, and there seems to be TWICE the space to the frame!

[@nowiecoche]

My brother’s 01 Forester has the EJ251 so spark plug is angled upward too. Single cam advantage there.

[@cpfb68]

I’m a 2 month old 17’ Toyota 86 owner and was looking for a video exactly like this. Great video and no need to apologize for the quality. Great detail and thanks for the links to the sockets. I plan to keep my 86 for a long time and do all my own service work. Again, thanks for the great video and keep up the BRZ/86 content.

[@chadroy16]

Subarus and tools, I love this channel

[@chadroy16]

Also wondering if the flex on the torque wrench combined with the uni joint made it more awkward than necessary while using the KTC. Both look great. I'm assuming KTC is made in Japan and Tone made in Taiwan? I only have a little ratchet from Tone, it's quite nice, especially for the price.

[@alanshaw6161]

excellent digital dexterity. I'm not sure my old hand would be able to work in that tight of a spot.

[@jayc2193]

I like the Tone kit; the extensions are great to have. When I have to separate them in a tight area I use a long flat tip screwdriver to twist them apart.

[@oxyg3n520]

Are you able to easily separate the TONE pieces even if you fully attach them to each other? I've seen some people attach loosely but not fully click them on to prevent getting stuck. Thanks.

[@OutsideTheTargetDemographic]

Tie a long peice of floss to the tool in case you drop it, you can retrieve it by pulling the floss back up.

[@4honor]

Oh my god I've waiting for this! I desperately need to change my plugs, but all the other videos seems janky.

[@francisnguyen26]

I’ve been waiting patiently for you to do a video on this! Thank you sir

[@arcanask]

Someone finally had the bright idea of putting three attachments into one with that KTC tool. That said I'd still buy it if I already didn't have all the necessary separate attachments lol

[@IMMAMASTER44]

My 13’ FRS is at 81k had the plugs done at 65k before I bought it. I’m archiving this video😩🙏

[@nowiecoche]

Just archived too. Will probably be doing this next year.

[@Autowill]

I had my last plugs replaced on my FRS at 120k miles and now im at 200k miles and they are still doing their job, So I wouldn't worry much about it. They last quite a long time.

[@jparker1823]

Not bad. I think Pennzoil Platinum Ultra is a tier above the other two. Mobile 1 20k and Valvoline Extended Protection may have been more on par with Pennzoil. Ultra also ester in it more like a high mileage oil.

[@michaelweatherhead9470]

Nicely done Robert great job with the right tools makes it easier thanks 👍.

[@rawrbrz]

I have to do this and after seeing it even done by a pro and edited down, I really down wanna do it. Seems like frustrating work potentially dropping all those nuts so little room too work, neck dangling over like a giraffe. Ahh kill me 😂

[@babylizards2309]

Lol. You make it look so easy, I actually thought for a moment I could do it myself! 😄 Well done sir! 👍

[@stevef3521]

Great video. I’m not looking forward to doing this job, but shops want way too much money to do it.

[@rock962000]

He makes it look easy but it's not. It's really frustrating and time consuming

[@4skully]

they sure do and then they may end up breaking your AC lines...yeah that happened to me when the Dealer mechanic was changing out the differential fluid !!! I m like WHAT how can that happen?!!

[@rock962000]

@@4skully On what car? BRZ?

[@4skully]

@@rock962000 My 2011 Subaru outback 3.6

[@stevef3521]

@@4skullywhat was their explanation, and did they make it right?

[@jeffreygoss8109]

Better order one of these fast before the sell out.

[@jeffreygoss8109]

Man he made that look easy! I watch video and the guts hands looked he had just pulled them out of the garbage disposal. I was ready to Jack the engine but I’ll give this way a shot. If my paws get caught then I can always Jack the engine.

[@lightswitch342]

Oh boy, i bet that valve cover is going to be fun to do.

[@4skully]

hehehe

[@lightswitch342]

@@4skully i did it on an EJ boy that took all day to do!

[@TripleTapHK]

Honestly, just lift the engine. I just did this job and it's WAY easier to just lift the engine than mess around doing the 1 click ratchet with no space. It takes like 10 min to get the front on jack stands, skid plate off, 2 nuts for the engine mounts, and jack up 1 side of the engine. It gives you so much more room to work with. If you have sticks for arms then maybe you can get by without doing this but I have man hands lol.

[@nowiecoche]

Love this video! Still a little early for my 20 Impreza @ 44k miles, but it will reach 60k probably by next year. This is a very useful guide to DOHC boxer spark plug job.

[@CaptainZ26]

If this came out 2 Weeks ago. I now get to see what I did wrong lol. Thank you

[@mvo9752]

Do you not recommend anti seize and dielectric on the plugs when you change them? I found that a 3” long piece of1/4” vac hose slipped onto the plug makes it easy to start the plugs threading into the head.

[@roczilla6834]

Great job, that is super tight area that someone with big hands maybe impossible. 👍🏽

[@steveortiz3195]

Been waiting for this video! Great video as always. Thank you Mr Subie.

[@Invisible_Poop]

Good to know, never done one on those vehicles you mentioned but have replaced over 4 dozens subaru engines. Doesn't look any more different from other subaru engines, other than removing the fuel injector rail cover and the computer...

[@r6tc05]

Where can I purchase the KTC three attachment tool kit that you used in the video?

[@barrythomas6429]

When I got the Plugs replaced in my 06XT the Dealer was the only place interested in doing the job. I guess they had no choice.

[@klepetar]

ok so i was able to remove the injector cover..but on the 2013 fr-s.. one of the guides holding one of them is in the way.. and the part attached to the wheel well... prevents you to put it on the right so you have to remove that thing on the wheel well that holds the 3 injector tubings.. but there is a small 2 wire clip. that is in the way.. i don't want to work with that in the way.. for the life of me.. i could not remove that thing.. and i did now want to break it so .. basically.. my car is running ok.. is said s,,.w it.. put everything back and i will do some maintenance somewhere else.. i gave up.. not for me..

[@mattsat]

Can you do a video or tt about your torque wrenches? Love to see your thoughts on different brands on head sizes and angle heads.

[@oxyg3n520]

For the TONE attachments, did you fully attach them on or leave them somewhat loose (not fully clicked on) when they were connected piece by piece inside the spark plug cylinder? Trying to figure out if they can potentially get stuck. Thanks for the walkthrough.

[@spiritdteam86]

its always better to jack up your engine under right then left heads. It takes 5 minutes of your time. Your arms will be unscratched after this procedure.

[@mattiaconti8885]

After 6 months, may i ask you which tool do you prefer? The Tone or the KTC one? Thank you for the best Subaru spark plugs video😊

[@OceanSunset]

Great video as always! Can you add this video to BRZ Project playlist?

[@flamrow1117]

When I went to the dealership looking for a GR86 I quickly figured out that it wouldn’t be easy/cheap to replace the spark plugs. But I asked them how it’s done and they didn’t know. So kinda just stop there for a few seconds and then I just asked, do we have to lift or drop the engine? Employee: probably.

[@rseay2151]

I have a 2015 Outback, like your project car, would either of these spark plug tools be recommended for me?

[@michaelclaybourn1335]

This is an excellent video. I used a 14mm deep socket with an extension. It was horrible. How much would you charge for a house call?😂

[@djb1634]

I swear I heard “now we sneak in the ford plug” I’m like wait is this an inside joke I’m not aware of?

[@-toyota-7574]

tone & ktc is best the price tools and reliable

[@shark61111]

Question about the KTC set. Is there a reason why you couldn't just use another spark plug socket (Koken Z series maybe?) with a short extension and swivel? What is so special about that set? Thanks.

[@michaelclaybourn1335]

I can't guarantee my answer... May not even be relevant to the question...I don't have either of these fancy sets. Just a socket and extension...I had to use a 14mm deep socket so that it didn't stick on the spark plug because the spark plug and that socket won't come out together so you have to be able to take out one at a time.. I tried like 97 different combinations of extensions and ratchets 😂

[@car_guy]

Am second to comment

[@davidmcgrath7129]

I changed all coil and plugs code keeps coming up bank 4 could the piston slap be the cause?

[@ChampinOnEm]

Travis Kelce is that you?

[@latergator3367]

Thanks.

[@stevef3521]

Seeking advice: Just had to have my manual transmission output shaft seal replaced for the second time. Shop replaced it and it was still dripping transmission fluid and they weren’t sure why. Could there be some other issue causing this? OEM seal used both times. I’ve been driving a manual for 24 years. Car is high mileage but well maintained.

[@forresttaylor2757]

It could be a number of different things. Could be that they damaged the seal when they installed it, could be that the bore that the seal sits in has a burr that caused the seal to be compromised as it was being installed, or it could even be shaft is worn in a way that the seal wont seal up to it. All of these are things that should be checked before you install a new seal. Anyway I would take it back to the shop have them look it over again and give them a chance to make it right. If they’re still adamant they can’t find anything then I would definitely get a second opinion from a different shop

[@stevef3521]

@@forresttaylor2757Thanks for the reply. Sorry, I should’ve been more clear. I changed the transmission fluid myself and that’s when I noticed seepage around the seal - no dripping on the garage floor at this point. I then had a shop replace the seal. No mention of anything out of the ordinary. Shortly after the first seal was replaced, I noticed it was dripping fluid onto the garage floor. I took it back to the same shop a couple days ago and they replaced the seal again. They still weren’t sure why it was leaking. It’s not my daily, so they told me to bring it back in 2 weeks to check up on it. The tech said it wasn’t low on fluid both times they serviced it. I’m really hoping it was just a bad install on the first one. Trustworthy shops are few and far between in my area. Thanks again!

[@PickleRickle408]

Hey @MrSubaru1387, would you ever consider doing a video on the potential RTV issues with the new 2022+ BRZs? Would love to hear your take and I think the video would do well given the interest in the community. Thank you for all your content!

[@o.c.stiggs5377]

We have two Subarus, formerly three until the third was rear ended totaled by an inattentive driver. To say they're quirky cars is being charitable.

[@cjones7854]

I have a 2013 that's been sitting for long time because I needed to do the direct injector service. After I did the injector service I'm getting a misfire and CEL. Before I wasn't getting a cell but it sounded like an occasional fire cracker under the hood. The injectors sound ok but what could have gone wrong from it sitting? I tried to check for vacuum leaks

[@westcoasttools5179]

What sockets are you using with your impact driver?

[@karimhassanelbanna5216]

hello my friend i have a question about servicing my TR580 CVT running 280k what about sucking the entire amount of its oil by the service machine of transmission machine and replace all of it ? someone had told me it is bad option and that might damage the transmission unit and the better is to drain the oil from below it will take about the half amonut of oil 6 to 8 litrewhat is your opinion ?

[@konstantinkostakiev7808]

Recently test drove a 2020 subaru Outback(non turbo) with 30k miles, i really liked it, but the coolant overflow tank was completely dry, not just below the low line, you couldnt see any at all. So i didnt buy it. Any wisdom? On why how that could be?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Hard to say. Could be a multitude of causes.

[@konstantinkostakiev7808]

@@MrSubaru1387 gotcha

[@user-np7wy9zc8r]

hello this tools is fit for EJ257??

[@AlohaSwimLessons]

Aloha, this is Scott I live on the island of Maui I have a 2010 Subaru outback premium 2.5. I have found it since the day I left the showroom floor and I keep having problems with the Christmas tree event on the dashboard. I replace the O2 sensors I rebuilt the engine, I have all new parts pistons pads, everything and catalytic converter and I always seem to get the Christmas tree check engine light at about 100 miles any suggestions?

[@thewanderingdrive]

Any need to change the coil packs?

[@definedsinner8669]

what’s the 17 nm to ft lbs? for toque

[@trunks787]

First

[@saulespino2510]

My 2018 BRZ has 67 k , how worried should I be that I haven't changed the plugs?

[@e.c.r4231]

My WRX is at 60k exactly and haven’t changed the spark plugs either I’m worried you should to

[@jeffreygoss8109]

I think they are iridium and good for 100k. I replaced my crosstrek at 60k and they looked exactly like a friends with 108k.

[@saulespino2510]

@@jeffreygoss8109 A brother of mine has an FRS and he got his plugs changed at 100k.

[@richardharker2775]

I can see added cost going to a physical therapist after this job or... just pay the professionals.

[@paulkorobkov3658]

Hello

[@Carlos.Rivera]

Low center of gravity... i could sacrifice a few cm up so owners doesnt need to struggles when plugs need serviced

[@reedadamp]

Just watching you negotiate those spaces is giving me so much anxiety.

[@adiazcroce]

😳

[@rarexkiller3925]

Still alot more painful then any other car

[@curtisthackeray2237]

*laughs in honda*

[@kidwelldavid6136]

No thanks, I don’t have the patience

[@bobit8742]

dumb design for 4 banger lol