Nissan Rogue: Spark plugs

Be sure the engine and ignition switch

Be sure the engine and ignition switch are off and that the parking brake is engaged securely.

Be sure to use the correct socket to

Be sure to use the correct socket to remove the spark plugs. An incorrect socket can damage the spark plugs.

Replacing spark plugs

Replacing spark plugs
Replacing spark plugs

If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer for servicing.

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped spark plugs as frequently as the conventional type spark plugs since they will last much longer.

Follow the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or regapping.

Always replace spark plugs with recommended or equivalent ones.

Air cleaner

Push the tabs 1 and pull out the filter element

Push the tabs 1 and pull out the filter element 2 .

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”. When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

- Operating the engine with the air

- Operating the engine with the air cleaner removed can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner removed, and be careful when working on the engine with the air cleaner removed.

- Never pour fuel into the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with the air cleaner removed. Doing so could result in serious injury.

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