Dealer Price to Replace Spark Plugs
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black4vcobra
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That's highway robbery. Figure iridium plugs are $6 each so 8 are $48.
I know you said you don't want to do it yourself but plugs on a 4Runner are one of the easiest DIY automotive tasks there is. If you can change the oil you can do plugs. Seriously, its so easy to do with just a rachet, sockets and extensions, just don't overtorque the plugs and strip the threads in the cylinder heads.
If you REALLY don't want to do it get a quote from a small shop, this is not a job that requires a Toyota tech to do. Even better, find a buddy who has a small bit of knowledge and give him beer to do it or to help you
I know you said you don't want to do it yourself but plugs on a 4Runner are one of the easiest DIY automotive tasks there is. If you can change the oil you can do plugs. Seriously, its so easy to do with just a rachet, sockets and extensions, just don't overtorque the plugs and strip the threads in the cylinder heads.
If you REALLY don't want to do it get a quote from a small shop, this is not a job that requires a Toyota tech to do. Even better, find a buddy who has a small bit of knowledge and give him beer to do it or to help you
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black4vcobra
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And idk if its a concern for you but the 4Runner's DOHC V8 is substantially easier to change the spark plugs on than a domestic pushrod V8
You are going to end up paying a large amount for labor unless you do it yourself. Watch a few YouTube videos on it, the V8 is even easier to access than the V6. If you can turn a wrench you can change your spark plugs. Shouldn't take you much more than half an hour to do. I'd volunteer to help you out, but I don't like working on other people's cars unless I know them.
awdjunkies
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I'll go one up. Here's a quick DIY vid.. (Also, I am by no means a mechanic or a DIYer and I was able to replace my own. If I can do it, you can too)...
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awdjunkies
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Well, time wise? I would give it to the cabin filter.. That's faster to replace :bravo::lmao:
eace:Well, time wise? I would give it to the cabin filter.. That's faster to replace :bravo::lmao:
True, but if you have never done the cabin filter before you will spend 15 minutes scratching your head then 45 seconds changing it. Hahahaha.
LTDSC
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Used to. I still get my discount. I'll stick to Toyota Denso plugs over auto zone iridium specials though. I've sold them time after time to people who just bought from the local part store.
The V8 uses iridium plugs which come pre-gapped. You can check them, but if you do be careful not to damage the iridium surfaces at all. If you find one that's out of spec, you shouldn't adjust it because you will damage it. There's even a sticker on the engine itself that says no to adjust the gap. If the gap is incorrect, you should exchange it for a replacement because it must have been damaged after it left the factory.
Also, anti-seize is not needed on Denso or NGK plugs because they have a coating that resists seizing.
https://web.archive.org/web/20140724151445/http://www.ngksparkplugs.com/pdf/tb-0630111antisieze.pdf
You might be able to rent a torque wrench from an auto parts store for free, if they have one that goes that low.
You can easily adjust the gap on the plug without even touching the tip..in fact that's the only way you should adjust the plug.
How to Gap a Spark Plug
If you don't have one then I suggest you get a plug gaping tool. You can buy them at parts store for under $3.
