1987 Honda Civic Spark Plugs

1987 HONDA CIVIC
18,700 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DADDYMEGL
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I can't get the spark plugs to loosen up I am afraid they will break if I keep going. I am using a regular Honda spark plug remover with a tee handle. Can I put some liquid wrench down the valve cover hole? or should I take off the valve cover?
Jun 6, 2008 at 7:32 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi daddymegl,

Run the engine and warm it up and try again.

Taking off the valve cover would get you nowhere.

If the normal wrench cannot work, you need a stronger box handle and socket.

Rust removers would not help much but you can try.

Overtightening would normally cause this
Jun 7, 2008 at 12:47 AM
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