GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.

  2. Object Number: 211481  Size: SH

    Notice: Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.

  3. Remove the spark plug wire(s) (2, 4 and 6) from the engine left side spark plug(s).
  4. Remove the spark plug wire(s) from the retaining clips.
  5. Rotate the engine forward. Refer to Rotating the Engine for Service Access in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.

  6. Object Number: 211485  Size: SH
  7. Remove the spark plug wire(s) (1, 3 and 5) from the engine right side spark plug(s).
  8. Remove the spark plug wire(s) from the retaining clips.

  9. Object Number: 162818  Size: SH
  10. Remove the spark plug wire(s) from the ignition coil(s).
  11. Remove the spark plug wire(s) from the engine.
  12. If you are replacing the spark plug wires, transfer any of the following components:
  13. • Boot heat shields
    • Spark plug wire conduit
    • Spark plug wire retaining clips

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 162818  Size: SH
  1. Install the spark plug wire(s) to the engine.
  2. Install the spark plug wire(s) to the ignition coil(s).

  3. Object Number: 211485  Size: SH
  4. Install the spark plug wire(s) (1, 3 and 5) to the engine right side spark plug(s).
  5. Install the spark plug wire(s) to the retaining clips.
  6. Return the engine to the proper position. Refer to Rotating the Engine for Service Access in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.

  7. Object Number: 211481  Size: SH
  8. Install the spark plug wire(s) (2, 4 and 6) to the engine left side spark plug(s).
  9. Install the spark plug wire(s) to the retaining clips.