how to change #3 spark plug on a 98 S10. 4.3 engine?
hides behind steering column
not #6 that one is easy, 50 years of
wrenching
hides behind steering column
not #6 that one is easy, 50 years of
wrenching
bandit_60
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i changed them on a neighbors S10 and i know the plug your talking about, it,s a bear to get to so i had to use a swivel to get to it.
buddy_236
Those are a pain.
If the plug hasn't been in there too long you can pry the steering shaft just far enough to get a socket on it and use a end wrench to break it lose, then use a hose that fits snugly to the plug to finish removal.
Keep in mind that if you put a small jack under the engine with a 2x4 or such on it you can gain a little more clearance with out taking the motor mount loose.
gary o
use a short extension or a deep socket with a jointed adapter to break free then remove by hand.
Matt M
use long extention and universal (wobble) joint, gain access through wheel well lift up rubber shield behind tire and you can see plug clearly