General Tech Good at troubleshooting? Have a non specific issue? Discuss general tech topics here.
Old Aug 27, 2015, 12:38 PM
How-Tos on this Topic
Last edit by: IB Advertising
See related guides and technical advice from our community experts:

Browse all: Electrical System
Print Wikipost

changing spark plug wires

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 10:07 PM
  #1  
mjnrite1's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 5
From:
Default changing spark plug wires

I have a 94 camry with an 5S-FE inline4 engine. I am changing the spark plug wires. I have done the 4 wires from the distributor to the plugs. With other vehicles I am used to finding a 5th wire from the distributor to the coil. Can't find one here. Is there one and where can I find it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
 
Old Mar 28, 2008 | 11:07 PM
  #2  
toyomoho's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 15,178
From: PTW
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

Are you saying the distributor cap does not have a center terminal for the coil wire, is this the original ignition system. Can you find the coil, it should be within a foot of the distributor on the drivers side.


 
Old Mar 29, 2008 | 06:18 AM
  #3  
pedro's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 880
From:
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

The coil is inside the distributor cap. No external coil wire. Just replace 4 plug wires. You may want to change cap and rotor as well.
 
Old Mar 30, 2008 | 02:00 PM
  #4  
mjnrite1's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 5
From:
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

Thanks for the help. With the coil inside, I am not going crazy trying to follow wires or blind!
 
Old Apr 1, 2008 | 08:44 PM
  #5  
khooper's Avatar
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 23
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

Things You’ll Need:[*]Spark Plug Wires Step 1:
Open the hood and locate the spark plug wires. They can be black, blue, red or orange. Most are black. The number of spark plug wires most often corresponds to the number of cylinders your engine has. Step 2:
Open the box of new spark plug wires. If the new wires aren't labeled ("1," "2" and so on), lay them out in order of length. Step 3:
Start at one end of the engine and remove only the first spark plug wire: Pull on the boot (at the end) of the plug wire until it pops off. Step 4:
Follow the wire to its other end, where it's plugged into the distributor cap. Remove the wire from the distributor cap by pulling on the end of the wire. Step 5:
Check the spark plug. A good spark plug will be lightly coated with greyish brown deposits. If heavy deposits are present, if the spark plug is black, or if the electrode or core nose are damaged, replace the spark plug (see "Replace Spark Plugs" under Related eHows). Step 6:
Note that most cars have small plastic pieces with slots that hold the wires in place so they don't rub against each other or rest on any part of the engine. Be sure to put the plug wires back into their slots to ensure longer life. Step 7:
Replace with a new spark plug wire of the same length or number. The plug wire will make a quiet "pop" when it snaps on the spark plug. Step 8:
Continue with the next spark plug wire, always taking one off at a time and replacing with a new wire until you've replaced all of the wires.______________________
Dodge Stratus Oil Pan
[/align]
 
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 06:18 AM
  #6  
5SFECam's Avatar
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 7
From:
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

If i can remember correctly there isn't a fifth wire to the distributor cap. Just remembering to install the right wires to the firing order of the engine(1-2-3-4 starting at the passenger side) and you'll be fine.
 
Old Apr 9, 2008 | 12:15 AM
  #7  
richbaker's Avatar
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 5
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

yeah tnx for the tip khoopa! now i know what to do with my car!












__________________________
Escalade Love for Autopartswarehouse
 
Old Apr 9, 2008 | 08:43 PM
  #8  
thomatt12's Avatar
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 15
Default RE: changing spark plug wires

Wow nice tips on changing the spark plug wires... and with pictures ah, khooper...

__________________________
Dodge Truck Parts | Dodge Ram Parts
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
97camcam
DIY - Do It Yourself
2
Aug 11, 2015 02:27 AM
manty1
ECU & Electronics
5
Apr 10, 2013 04:54 AM
rakeshcamry96forum
General Tech
8
Feb 25, 2010 01:32 PM
domlcardio
ECU & Electronics
2
Jan 6, 2010 06:41 PM
red1
General Tech
7
Apr 20, 2008 11:49 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:34 PM.