Removal Procedure

Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
Remove the spark plug wires (2, 4, 6) from the spark plugs at the rear of the engine using the following steps:
1. Note the position of the spark plug wires before removing the wires.
2. Twist the spark plug boot 1/2 turn before removing the boot.
3. Gently pry the heat shield up from spark plugs using the J 38491 . See Special Tools and Equipment .
4. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plugs at rear of the engine.
Fig 1: Spark Plug Wires (Even)
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Remove the spark plug wires (1, 3, 5) from the spark plugs at the front of the engine using the following steps:
1. Note the position of the spark plug wires before removing the wires.
2. Twist the spark plug boot 1/2 turn before removing the boot.
3. Gently pry the heat shield up from spark plugs using the J 38491 . See Special Tools and Equipment .
4. Remove the spark plug wires form the spark plugs at the front of the engine.
Fig 2: Spark Plug Wires (Odd)
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Remove the spark plug wires from the ignition coils.

Fig 3: Removing Spark Plug Wires From Ignition Coils

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Remove the spark plug wire retaining clips from the rear, front and top of the engine.
Remove the spark plug wires from the engine.
When replacing the spark plug wires transfer any of the following:
- Boot heat shields
- Spark plug wire conduit
- Spark plug wire retaining clips