Question about spark plug change?

[blinkwatt]

All the instructions I have read regarding changing spark plugs on a Boxster say you can access and plugs via the rear wheel wells. I was wondering if the rear wheel well panels have to be removed to do so? If so are there any special tools required to remove the panels? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

[MNBoxster]

Originally Posted by blinkwatt

All the instructions I have read regarding changing spark plugs on a Boxster say you can access and plugs via the rear wheel wells. I was wondering if the rear wheel well panels have to be removed to do so? If so are there any special tools required to remove the panels? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

Hi,

You do not need to remove the panels. But, if you did, you'd only need a philips screwdriver and a little dexterity. It's a pretty easy procedure.

If changing plugs, consider replacing the Spark Plug tube seals while you're at it. They're cheap and have been redesigned since your Car was built.

Personally, I'd have them on hand because you won't necessarily know if the existing ones are leaky until you get in there. If you already have them on hand, it's a piece of cake. If not, you either have to wait to complete the job, or start all over again when the parts arrive.

If it turns out you don't need them, save them for the next time...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

[blinkwatt]

Originally Posted by MNBoxster

Hi,

You do not need to remove the panels. But, if you did, you'd only need a philips screwdriver and a little dexterity. It's a pretty easy procedure.

If changing plugs, consider replacing the Spark Plug tube seals while you're at it. They're cheap and have been redesigned since your Car was built.

Personally, I'd have them on hand because you won't necessarily know if the existing ones are leaky until you get in there. If you already have them on hand, it's a piece of cake. If not, you either have to wait to complete the job, or start all over again when the parts arrive.

If it turns out you don't need them, save them for the next time...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

Do you happen to know the part no. for the spark plug tube seals? Would these also be referred to as "o-rings"?