Changing your own spark plugs is a rite of passage among gearheads. It shows you’re fully aware that your car needs basic maintenance to stay in tip-top shape, and that you’re ready to tackle it ...

How often you replace spark plugs depends on the type of plugs you have. You may have 30,000-mile plugs, or if the plugs have platinum tips, they may be good for up to 100,000 miles, although some ...

With any vehicle, routine maintenance is a key essential in keeping you car running in tip-top condition. When spark plug wires fail, a car will hesitate, stumble, and run erratic, especially going up ...

Recently, my son-in-law's 2005 Acura 3.2 began to misfire. While changing the spark plugs, the end of the ''coil on plug'' wire for spark plug No. 3 came off, leaving the coil in my hand and the ...

Spark plugs are an essential part of your engine’s operation. When your engine fires, it’s the spark that causes the ignition cycle to begin. Over time, spark plugs wear out and should be replaced. If ...