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Old 07-23-09, 01:41 AM
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Okay so i've been searching and didn't get much information about removing and replacing spark plugs and throttle body. any one have a link to r&r for the spark plugs and throttle body?
do i have to remove the throttle body to get to the passenger side plugs? or is there an easier way.

so far i know how to remove the maf assembly and intake hose. but i have no idea how to take out the throttle body. i know some sc400 have to had done this before so if you can list a step by step process or give me a link to removing the throttle body that would be helpful.lmk guys.

btw what are some good spark plug wires for a 93 sc400? i have ngk iridium IX plugs btw.

through this whole process i will be cleaning my maf sensor/assy. and the throttle body.

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Originally Posted by Ryeno
why do you need to remove the tb to get to the spark plugs?

BTW DONT spray anything inside your MAF, you have karman vortex sensor not a hot wire sensor. If you use maf cleaner on it, their is a good chance it will ruin the sensor. Instead just get a wet paper towel and wipe the honey comb till its clean.

As for good plug and wires, well i use nothing but oem. Lexus of Pembroke Pines trademotion website has a really good deal on price. If your lucky, your local dealership will even match them.
lol well i read for the gs or ls they had to move their tb or something. well i guess not. thanks man. okay good thing you told me about the maf. i was about to spray inside the housing where the maf sensor is.

so what needs to be removed to get to the plugs for a 93 sc400?
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Originally Posted by Ryeno
The intake tubing and all the covers hiding the spark plug wires.
okay should be easy then. thanks ryeno. you always been there to help someone. lol aloha
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Now Im confused, I thought it was the 96 on up that should not be sprayed?
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did my plugs today. also cleaned the maf, intake, throttle body. took me about 4-5 hours. my first time doing it.
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Originally Posted by Ryeno
whichever year changed to hotwire maf can be sprayed. 92-94 FOR SURE is karmen vortex and those need to be cleaned with a small wet towel on the honey comb. No spraying inside of it, except with maybe compressed air.
??? whaa i sprayed the maf sensor.i took out the maf sensor from the body and sprayed around it but not where the plugs connect. drove it and it was fine. hopefully tomarrow it runs.
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Originally Posted by Ryeno
a lot of people ruin their Karmen Vortex sensors doing that. You better pray yours doesnt brake.
cost of a new one? or a used one? sh!!!t man.
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