Center Electrode Tip MaterialIridium
Grade TypeRegular
Ground Electrode Core MaterialNickel Alloy
Ground Electrode Tip MaterialPlatinum
Hex TypeHex
Insulator MaterialAluminum Oxide
Length (In)3 in
Resistor TypeYes
Seat TypeFlat
Thread Diameter (In)0.47 in
Thread Diameter (Mm)12 mm
Washer TypeCrush
Washer(S) IncludedYes
Approximate Resistor Value (K Ohms)4-7.5k ohms
Center Electrode DesignStandard
Faq - Answer 1Yes, this interval depends on what type of spark plug your vehicle requires. Refer to your owner's manual or contact your vehicle's manufacturer for more information.
Faq - Answer 2Yes, if it is the scheduled time for spark plug replacement. It is okay to replace one spark plug if it is fouled or damaged prior to scheduled maintenance, provided the source of the damage is found
Faq - Answer 3Yes. Diesel engines require glow plugs because diesel engines operate differently than gas engines. ACDelco Professional Glow Plugs are specially designed to give diesel engines the heat they need for
Faq - Answer 4Yes. When ACDelco spark plugs are manufactured, they are pre-gapped to the correct gap specification.
Faq - Answer 5Not always, but you should inspect your spark plug wires for wear when replacing your spark plugs. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual or contact the manufacturer for more information.
Faq - Answer 6Yes, pre-ignition can cause serious damage to your engine. Pre-ignition is the ignition of fuel before the actual spark occurs, which causes a rapid temperature rise in the combustion chamber that can
Faq - Answer 7No, cleaning your old spark plugs is not recommended. Dirty, fouled spark plugs may also have broken or chipped insulator tips, worn electrodes, or worn or missing side wires. These conditions severel
Faq - Answer 8Yes, ACDelco has marine spark plugs for many applications.
Faq - Question 1Is there a recommended interval for changing my vehicle's spark plugs?
Faq - Question 2Should I change all of my vehicle's spark plugs at the same time?
Faq - Question 3Does a diesel engine require a different type of plug than a gas engine?
Faq - Question 4Are ACDelco spark plugs pre-gapped?
Faq - Question 5When I replace my spark plugs, should I also replace my spark plug wires?
Faq - Question 6What is pre-ignition and can it damage my engine?
Faq - Question 7Can I just clean my spark plugs instead of replacing them?
Faq - Question 8Does ACDelco have marine spark plugs?
Features Benefits - Bullet 1Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, providing excellent wear resistance and durability
Features Benefits - Bullet 2Iridium offers excellent engine idle stability, reliable cold starting, quick acceleration and smooth performance
Features Benefits - Bullet 3Three Piece Fired in Suppressor seal meters spark energy for long electrode life, prevents combustion leakage and helps block radio frequencies that can affect vehicle electronics
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 1Grasp the spark plug boot and gently rotate it 90 degrees counterclockwise. Pull the spark plug boot and cable away from the spark plug. If necessary, use a spark plug boot removing tool. DO NOT grab
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 2Brush or air blast dirt away from the well areas before removing spark plugs. CAUTION: Use goggles to protect eyes from debris when applying compressed air to spark plug wells.
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 3Use the correct deep socket size to loosen each spark plug one or two turns. NOTE: To remove spark plugs from aluminum heads, allow the engine to cool. The heat of the engine, in combination with a sp
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 4Remove each spark plug and place each one in a tray by cylinder number. This will help identify and relate any unusual condition to the cylinder involved.
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 5Apply dielectric grease into the boot area to reduce the chance of exterior tracking on the buttress tower of the spark plug. This grease also promotes a good heat transfer between the spark terminal
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 6Before installing new spark plugs, use a gap guide to make sure your new spark plugs have the correct gap. NOTE: ACDelco Professional Iridium Spark Plugs are pre-gapped during manufacturing. Never att
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - Bullet 7Install spark plugs or glow plugs to the proper torque per the manufacturers' specification.
Good Maintenance Practices - Section 1 - HeaderVisually inspect spark plugs for signs of wear. Follow these steps for removing spark plugs for inspection, servicing or replacement:
Ground ConfigurationStandard
Ground Electrode Quantity1
Ground Electrode Tip DesignStandard
Height (In)2 in
Hex Size16 MM
Hex Size (Mm)16 mm
Insulator Height1.97 IN
Manufacturer Heat Range7
Pack Of1
Pre-Gap Size0.04 IN
Product DescriptionACDelco Professional Iridium Spark Plugs are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. They are our latest in spark plug technology and an exact replacement for your vehicle's or
Programming RequiredNo
Reach0.75 IN
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 1Your engine having trouble starting, hesitating, or cutting out
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 2Sluggish engine performance, loss of engine power, or decreased fuel economy
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 3Lack of acceleration or loss of speed when driving uphill under load
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 4Cracks in the upper or lower portion of the spark plug insulator
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 5Chipped or broken insulator tips
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - Bullet 6Damaged spark plug boots
Signs Of Wear Troubleshooting - Section 1 - HeaderSigns of wear for spark plugs include but are not limited to:
Thread SizeM12 - 1.25
Weight (Lb)0.1 lb
Width (In)2 in