1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu Spark Plugs Replacement

Use the 1/2" socket to loosen and remove the four bolts and washers on the spark plug cover labeled 2.4L Twin Cam.

With a flathead screwdriver remove the ignition coil electrical connector on the right side of spark plug cover.

Remove the spark plug cover.

Use compressed air to clear any debris from the area around the spark plugs.

Use a 5/8" spark plug socket with an extension to loosen and remove the spark plugs.

Before installing the new spark plugs check that the spark plugs' gap is between 0.048 and 0.052 inches.

If it needs to be widened, use a gap setter to increase the size of the gap until it reaches the desired width.

Wedge the new spark plugs into a 5/8'' spark plug socket.

Place the spark plug into the cylinder using the socket and hand tighten the spark plugs as much as possible.

Tighten the spark plugs to 13 ft-lbs with a torque wrench.