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Get yourself a 3/8 flex head ratchet and a few diffrent lengths of extentions. It can be done without it but itll help alot. The rear drivers one can be easily reached with a flex head ratchet. The 2 on the rear passengers side are best done from underneath.
It takes some creativity and lots of patience. If you ha e a spark plugs socket with a built in universal joint it usually makes it easier. Add a selection of various short extensions too. I had the most luck laying on top of the motor with my head towards the windshield (since I'm a lefty) for the passenger side plugs. For the drivers I went up through the wheel well.
I took the right front wheel off and reached between the inner fender and frame for the passenger side.
Driver side just take time to reach. And if you put a short piece of hose on the end of the plugs
it make it easier to hold the plug and turn it to start it.
Dang. I had plenty of room. But then again, my other ride is a 2000 Trans Am WS6. Gotta unbolt coil pack bracket, move some A/C lines, sacrifice forearm flesh.....
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I would be cautious about 'flushing' the cooling system. Changing out the fluid is good but don't put any of that flush stuff in there or try to force water through the system. You might create some pin hole leaks!
Good for you getting the spark plugs changed out. It takes a bit of finesse and some patience.
Oil change is always a good idea. You can also check the fluid level in the transfercase.
Inspect the brakes to see how worn they are. Front brakes are a bit easier than rear. The front requires a special tool. The back brakes are drum. There is a special tool that helps with the springs, it's not a requirement but makes the job a lot easier.
will e wrote:I would be cautious about 'flushing' the cooling system. Changing out the fluid is good but don't put any of that flush stuff in there or try to force water through the system. You might create some pin hole leaks!
Good for you getting the spark plugs changed out. It takes a bit of finesse and some patience.
Oil change is always a good idea. You can also check the fluid level in the transfercase.
Inspect the brakes to see how worn they are. Front brakes are a bit easier than rear. The front requires a special tool. The back brakes are drum. There is a special tool that helps with the springs, it's not a requirement but makes the job a lot easier.
What special tool needed for fronts?
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I think he meant a tool for the rear brake springs. Shouldn't need a special tool for the front brakes.
The tools are not absolutely necessary but they do help. Normal pliers or needlenose will do it
Something like this, or one of the pliers. I would get one from your local auto parts house. Some places even have loaner tools. Plus no waiting for shipping.
I'd second front brakes, but I also do wheel bearings when I do front brakes. May be above your comfort level. You also need a 1/2 ton front axle lock nut socket. Probably the tool mentioned by Will e. Needed if changing the rotors. This is why I go ahead and inspect/replace wheel bearings and seals at the same time. Already halfway there. You will need the torque specs to put it back correctly. After one or two times, you can do it by feel.
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