Changing Spark Plugs

What are spark plugs, how do they work, and how do you fix spark plug problems? Learn how to change your own spark plugs in this free video series.

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Summary: The internal combustion engine was only possible because of the invention of a small, innocent looking piece of hardware called a spark plug. Surprisingly, the plug’s importance cannot be easily overstated. These tiny powerhouses make it possible for your engine to operate smoothly while generating hundreds of degrees of heat every time you take a trip down the road. The spark plug is thus a crucial part of the history of the automobile, and by extension, the way we live our lives. Who would have ever guessed that something this small could be so vital to the operation of one of our favorite machines?

In this free video series, our expert will explain just what a spark plug is and how it starts and helps keep your engine running and pistons pumping, getting you from point A to point anywhere. Save some cash; find out how to change it yourself when it comes to this relatively simple yet effective repair job. You’ll be surprised at the increase in engine performance that well-kept spark plugs will provide, both a boon to your car and your driving experience.

About the Expert

Jon Olson holds a Bachelors of Science in Education and Human Sciences degree, with an endorsement in Industrial Technology Education from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He currently teaches auto mechanics and small engine mechanics at the high school level. He has been working on cars for over ten years.

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