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Old Jan 28, 2023 | 04:09 PM
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Well there seemingly are no easy projects

While replacing plugs and coils my socket remains secured to a plug head and I can seem to remove it despite bloody knuckles and effort

can any of the lines I’ve circled in yellow be moved out of the way or disconnected to allow better access to that back plug area?



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Old Jan 28, 2023 | 05:38 PM
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Have you tried loosening and/or removing plug? Then try install again. I’ve had them get stuck but by wiggling socket they’ll come loose. If can get out with plug might follow tip I’ve see before of drilling hole in socket and running wire thru hole so can pull it out if needed. Good luck.
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Old Jan 29, 2023 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by James Downing
Well there seemingly are no easy projects

While replacing plugs and coils my socket remains secured to a plug head and I can seem to remove it despite bloody knuckles and effort

can any of the lines I’ve circled in yellow be moved out of the way or disconnected to allow better access to that back plug area?


Add a wrap or two of electrical tape to the socket extension to get better purchase on it, and wiggle as you try to pull the extension + socket out.
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Old Feb 2, 2023 | 06:07 PM
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They make locking socket extensions that are useful for sparkplugs.

Amazon.com: NEIKO 00295A 3/8" Drive Locking Extension Bar Set, 3 Piece, 3", 6", 10", Remove Sockets and Sparkplugs, Cr-V , Silver : Automotive Amazon.com: NEIKO 00295A 3/8" Drive Locking Extension Bar Set, 3 Piece, 3", 6", 10", Remove Sockets and Sparkplugs, Cr-V , Silver : Automotive
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Old Feb 6, 2023 | 01:01 PM
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Remove your trim piece at the washer reservoir, it will allow more room, only 3 screws hold it in place. I had a similar issue yesterday.
And then use a long pair of needle nose pliers or a magnet of sorts.
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