2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Spark Plugs

2002 MITSUBISHI LANCER
75,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PJOFFRE
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as i was trying to change the spark plugs from my car, tha plastic tube, that's supposed to be attached to the ignition coil of the 4th cyl., broke and stayed attache to the spark plug inside the engine. i tried to take it out and made it worse. what should i do. is there a special tool for this. do i have to take the car to a repair shop? the car is running on 3 cyl.
Feb 24, 2010 at 1:59 PM
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TOOOMANYTOYS
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I had a similair thing happen to be. I used a large pick and a shop vac. I broke up all the pieces. Being careful not to damage spark plug or cylinder head. Then replaced coil. It was time consuming. Hopefully you can do the same.
Feb 24, 2010 at 2:15 PM
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