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2001 Mazda 626 Spark Plug change

Tiny
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  • 2001 MAZDA 626
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 62,550 MILES
My car is running great. However, car was inherited from my deceased dad, and I don't think there has been a tune-up since 30,000 miles (now 62,000+). Car was in Texas and now in Denver, CO.

I think that I should at least change the spark plugs, but can't seem to loosen the plug wires and fear that I might damage them if too much force is applied. Also I think the plugs are deeply set in the engine, so I plan to use a rubber tube to re-install before using a plug wrench. Please advise on how to get the plug wires off w/o damage (is there a special tool for this?). Any other tune-up suggestions at this mileage would really be helpful.
Thanks, Dave in Denver
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Thursday, June 5th, 2008 AT 10:13 PM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

if the leads are stuck try holding by the boor seal & twist as you gently pull, if they are really stuck it might be wise ton just replace them. Don't forget the fuel & air filter as well

mark (mhpautos)
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