Vue Spark Plug for V6

[davmyrnis]

Hi Folks,

Does anybody know the Spark plug used on the VUE V6?.

I believe it is NGk, but I need the exact plug number. The manual says call the dealership for information but I thought somebody here might know.

Still enjoying the VUE..

[Qlara]

If you check the Owner's Manual, in the specification section it may list the Plugs number.

However; even though you know the parts number, those plugs in the V6 are not easy to get to......

The stock plugs are all platinum tipped, should last pretty long.

[mr weather]

Originally posted by qlara
If you check the Owner's Manual, in the specification section it may list the Plugs number.

However; even though you know the parts number, those plugs in the V6 are not easy to get to......

The stock plugs are all platinum tipped, should last pretty long.
Replacing them on my dad's SC 3800 V6 Regal is not an easy proposition either. Apparently the motor needs to be tilted forward to access to the other 3 cylinders.

I had a feeling servicing plugs on the VUE wouldn't be an easy job.:dizzy: I remember looking under the hood after the test drive and thinking to myself "my goodness what a nightmare!" Hope the OEM's last a good long time!

And I think the alternator is buried down below too.:o::hmpf:

[L300Boy]

Originally posted by davmyrnis
Hi Folks,

Does anybody know the Spark plug used on the VUE V6?.

I believe it is NGk, but I need the exact plug number. The manual says call the dealership for information but I thought somebody here might know.

Still enjoying the VUE..

Are you just curious, or care to elaborate on what happened ...? :p

[Qlara]

Originally posted by mr weather
I had a feeling servicing plugs on the VUE wouldn't be an easy job.:dizzy: I remember looking under the hood after the test drive and thinking to myself "my goodness what a nightmare!" Hope the OEM's last a good long time!

And I think the alternator is buried down below too.

No doubt! Even though L-V6 and VUE-V6 are utilizing different designed Motor head, basically they're still following the same Alien 'Cover-Up' principle. You are required to remove the WHOLE manifold to reach the plugs. :dizzy:

You'll have better luck on Ecotech though, at least no need to remove any clamps to reach. Just couple of screws.

I'd cross my fingers on the stock Platinum-tipped plugs too. And you're right, it's a nightmare compare to the friendlier design in S-series motors.

[davmyrnis]

Curiousity is part of the equation, the other part is I can get NGK plugs at a very good price (free). The manual has no part number,
so I asked the folks out here. So far no problems with anythiing, but of course I only have about 650 miles on the beast.

After the dialogue here I will not be attempting to change these plugs myself and I hope they last at least 60k miles.

Of course as an owner of any vehicle it would be prudent to know the type of plugs and the part number.

Happy VUEing.

[bigbird]

VUE V6, and I suppose L300 as well, use Bosch plugs as standard equipment. Makes sense, as the engine is designed and built in England.

[Saturnmeister]

Actually, on the L you need only remove the outer portion of the intake tubes (outside the "hose" portions); on the VUE, I think you MIGHT be able to get underneath that manifold without removal (though it's a tight space). Might want to take a closer look at that.

[Qlara]

In L, at least 6 unbelievable clamps needed to be loosen up before proceeding next.....this portion already drove me nuts (Not attempted without special tools first).

In VUE V6 the head is in different design, though haven't looked into details yet but seems not a friendly one to work on anyway. :rolleyes:

[mr weather]

Hmmm.... maybe it's time for technicians and engineers to get together on these cars and design them to allow for easier maintenance? :rolleyes:

A friend of the family has been a transmission mechanic for 25 years and it never ceases to amaze him how car manufacturers expect guys like him to work on these things. :dizzy: To have to drop the front sub-frame assembly (see '92-'97 Bonneville) to replace the alternator is ludicrous!!

[socketz]

From the L owner's manual:

The L300 uses a Bosch FLR9LTE gapped at .040

The 4 Cyl. in the L100 and L200 uses an AC41-628 gapped at .045

Both cars use Platinum plugs so you don't even need to think about changing them till about 70k miles; dealer says 100k but ....

One of the beauties of these cars is just how maintenance free they actually are .....Oil Changes/Tire Rotations/Brakes/Air and Cabin filters are all you need to worry about till about 100k miles. I think that's incredible.