Now, though, there is no such thing as a tuneup. Spark plug replacement used to be an integral part of periodic engine “tuneups” that 50 years ago were necessary as often as every 5,000 miles. On some Mercedes-Benz models, it’s as frequent as every 36,000 miles, but on others, the intervals are longer. The plugs on BMWs such as the X3 and 3 Series should be changed every 60,000 miles. If a vehicle frequently tows a trailer or spends a lot of time in stop-and-go traffic or idling, then Ford suggests installing fresh plugs every 60,000 miles. Ford advises to change the plugs at 100,000 miles on an F-150, Explorer and other models under “normal” driving conditions. How Often Do You Need to Change Spark Plugs?īecause manufacturers use different kinds of spark plugs, the best guide as to when they should be replaced is the maintenance schedule that comes with every vehicle either as part of the owner’s manual or as a separate guide (they can also often be found online).įor example, Toyota recommends changing the plugs every 120,000 miles on a Corolla, RAV4 or 4Runner, but every 60,000 miles on an 86 coupe, which was developed with Subaru and uses a Subaru engine. The spark plugs in many vehicles today have iridium or platinum tips on the electrodes (the parts that transmit the spark) that last longer than conventional plugs with copper and nickel-alloy electrodes. That longevity is a product of the electronic controls that precisely manage the air-fuel mixture and when the spark plugs ignite that mixture, as well as improvements to the plugs themselves. View all 2020 Hyundai Palisade models for sale near 60606
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