What Does A Spark Plug Do
Spark plugs can make or break your engine’s performance. Understand how they work, how to recognize a faulty one, and get expert advice on choosing the right spark plug for better engine health.
Jul 21, 2026
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Cadillac Spark Plug Wire
112 itemsMisfires, rough idle, or weak acceleration can start with aging ignition wires. Replace your spark plug wires set to help deliver steady spark and restore smoother engine performance.
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW603
8 Pcs Yellow Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevrolet Silverado GMC Sierra Cadillac Hummer
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Fits 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Classic, 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic, 2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic, 2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Classic, 2006 - 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2005 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, 2005 - 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD, 2003 - 2007 Hummer H2, 2003 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2003 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2002 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade, 2002 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT
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Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity8
ConditionNew
item #1018A6PT
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9 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for GMC Yukon 96-00 Savana 1500 2500 3500 Isuzu Workhorse
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$52.99
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Fits 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 3500, 1996 - 2000 GMC C2500, 1996 - 2000 GMC C3500, 1996 - 2000 GMC K2500, 1996 - 2000 GMC K3500, 1996 - 2000 GMC Yukon, 1996 - 1999 GMC C1500, 1996 - 1999 GMC C1500 Suburban, 1996 - 1999 GMC C2500 Suburban, 1996 - 1999 GMC K1500, 1996 - 1999 GMC K1500 Suburban, 1996 - 1999 GMC K2500 Suburban, 1996 - 1999 GMC P3500, 1995 - 2003 GMC W3500 Forward, 1995 - 2003 GMC W4500 Forward, 1995 - 2003 GMC W5500 Forward, 1995 - 1996 GMC W6500 Forward, 1995 - 1996 GMC W7500 Forward
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Vehicle: Cadillac
Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity9
ConditionNew
item #1018X9K8
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW525
8 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Cadillac DeVille Eldorado 1995-1999 Seville 1995-1997
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Fits 1995 - 1999 Cadillac DeVille, 1995 - 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 1995 - 1997 Cadillac Seville
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Vehicle: Cadillac
Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity8
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12173402, 12192049, 27856, 6718050
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item #1016V81Z
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW334
8 Pcs Red Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevrolet Express 1500 GMC Sierra 1500 Yukon
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Fits 2014 - 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2014 - 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2014 - 2014 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, 2013 - 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2013 - 2013 GMC Sierra, 2011 - 2011 GMC Sierra, 2010 - 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2010 - 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2009 - 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2009 - 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2009 - 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009 - 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009 - 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2009 - 2014 GMC Yukon, 2009 - 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2009 - 2013 Cadillac Escalade, 2009 - 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2009 - 2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009 - 2013 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009 - 2013 GMC Yukon
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Vehicle: Cadillac
Item LocatedUnited States
ColorRed
ConditionNew
item #10057YSX
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Spark Plug Wire Set -- with Black Boots 12" Long.
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW118
9 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Cadillac Calais DeVille Fleetwood 1971-1973 Eldorado
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Fits 1974 - 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, 1971 - 1973 Cadillac Calais, 1971 - 1973 Cadillac DeVille, 1971 - 1973 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1970 - 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
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Vehicle: Cadillac
Item LocatedUnited States
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671-8047, 6718047, 12043781, 9880, 508M, 118047, 35-8320, 358320,
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW247
9 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevrolet Tahoe Express 1500 96-00 Cadillac GMC Isuzu
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Fits 2000 - 2002 Chevrolet Sonora, 1999 - 2000 Cadillac Escalade, 1999 - 2000 Chevrolet C35, 1999 - 2000 Chevrolet C3500, 1998 - 2003 Chevrolet W4500 Tiltmaster, 1998 - 2003 GMC W4500 Forward, 1998 - 1998 GMC K2500, 1997 - 2000 Chevrolet P30, 1997 - 1999 Chevrolet Cargo Van, 1997 - 1999 GMC P3500, 1997 - 1998 Chevrolet K2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500
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ColorBlack
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item #10045TGR
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW605
8 Pcs Yellow Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevy Silverado 1500 Impala GMC Sierra 1500
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Fits 2009 - 2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2008 - 2008 Buick Allure, 2008 - 2008 GMC Savana 1500, 2008 - 2008 GMC Savana 2500, 2008 - 2008 GMC Savana 2500, 2008 - 2008 GMC Savana 3500, 2008 - 2008 GMC Savana 3500, 2008 - 2008 Hummer H2, 2008 - 2008 Hummer H3, 2007 - 2008 Cadillac Escalade, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2007 - 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 1500
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Quantity8
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48322R
ConditionNew
item #1018A94D
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW350
9 Pcs Yellow 8 mm Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Cadillac GMC
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Fits 2001 - 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2000 - 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2000 - 2001 Isuzu NPR-HD, 1999 - 2000 Cadillac Escalade, 1998 - 2003 Chevrolet W4500 Tiltmaster, 1998 - 2003 GMC W4500 Forward, 1998 - 1998 Chevrolet K2500, 1998 - 1998 GMC K2500, 1997 - 1999 Chevrolet P30, 1997 - 1999 GMC P3500, 1996 - 2003 GMC W3500 Forward, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500
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ColorYellow
ConditionNew
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW601
9 Pcs Red Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Tahoe GMC Yukon Cadillac
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Fits 2002 - 2002 Chevrolet P30, 2001 - 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2000 - 2001 Isuzu NPR-HD, 1999 - 2000 Cadillac Escalade, 1998 - 2003 Chevrolet W4500 Tiltmaster, 1998 - 2003 GMC W4500 Forward, 1998 - 1998 GMC K2500, 1997 - 1999 Chevrolet P30, 1997 - 1999 GMC P3500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996 - 2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 1500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 2500, 1996 - 2002 GMC Savana 3500, 1996 - 2002 Isuzu NPR
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88862089, 88862381, 9718Q, PWJ104, 2X1197, 7861, 86646, 96646
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW112
8 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Cadillac DeVille Eldorado Fleetwood Seville 4.1L
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Fits 1983 - 1985 Cadillac Eldorado, 1983 - 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1983 - 1985 Cadillac Seville, 1983 - 1984 Cadillac DeVille
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Item LocatedUnited States
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ColorBlack
ConditionNew
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW289
6 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Cadillac Catera 1997-1998 V6 3.0L GAS DOHC
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Fits 1997 - 1998 Cadillac Catera
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Item LocatedUnited States
Quantity6
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671-6058, 90494714, 90494715, 1276155, 2500-79780, 35-6155, 700056, CH76155,
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A-Premium®Part # APSPW261
8 Pcs Spark Plug Wire Set for Chevy Silverado GMC Sierra 1500 Yukon 4.8L 5.3L 6.0L
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Fits 2012 - 2012 Cadillac Escalade, 2011 - 2011 Chevrolet Camaro, 2011 - 2011 Chevrolet Corvette, 2011 - 2011 GMC Yukon, 2010 - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2010 - 2011 GMC Yukon XL 2500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Colorado, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2009 - 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
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Item LocatedUnited States
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ColorBlack, Red
ConditionNew
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-1554
Walker Products 924-1554 Spark Plug Wire Set
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$62.99
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Fits 2002-2002 Chevrolet P30, 2000-2002 Chevrolet Sonora, 2000-2000 GMC Yukon, 1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade, 1999-2000 Chevrolet L30, 1999-1999 Chevrolet K1500, 1999-1999 GMC C1500, 1999-1999 GMC K1500, 1998-2003 Chevrolet W4500 Tiltmaster, 1998-2002 GMC W4500 Forward, 1998-1999 GMC Yukon, 1998-1998 GMC K2500, 1997-1999 Chevrolet Cargo Van, 1997-1998 Chevrolet K2500, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, 1996-2002 GMC Savana 1500
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924-1554
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-1552
Walker Products 924-1552 Spark Plug Wire Set
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$66.99
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Fits 2019-2019 Ford Fiesta, 2018-2019 Ford Fiesta, 2018-2019 Ford Fiesta, 2018-2018 Ford Fiesta, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta, 2011-2013 Ford Fiesta, 2011-2011 Chevrolet Impala, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Express Cargo, 2010-2010 Chevrolet Impala, 2009-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2009-2010 Volkswagen Routan, 2008-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500, 2008-2014 GMC Savana 1500, 2008-2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 2008-2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2008-2009 Buick Allure, 2008-2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 2008-2009 Pontiac Torrent
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924-1552
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-1477
Walker Products 924-1477 Spark Plug Wire Set
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Fits 1998-1999 Cadillac Seville, 1995-1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 1994-1994 Cadillac DeVille, 1994-1994 Cadillac Eldorado, 1994-1994 Cadillac Seville, 1993-1993 Cadillac Allante, 1993-1993 Cadillac Eldorado, 1993-1993 Cadillac Seville
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924-1477, 35-8114, 35-8147, 3120, 3126, 9513, 9534, 3121,
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-1404
Walker Products 924-1404 Spark Plug Wire Set
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Fits 1990-1990 Cadillac Brougham, 1987-1989 Cadillac Brougham, 1987-1989 Pontiac Safari, 1987-1987 Chevrolet Caprice, 1986-1990 Chevrolet Caprice, 1986-1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, 1986-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1986-1986 Chevrolet Caprice, 1986-1986 Pontiac Parisienne, 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon, 1982-1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 1982-1987 Buick Regal, 1982-1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, 1981-1990 Buick LeSabre, 1981-1989 Buick Electra, 1981-1985 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, 1981-1985 Oldsmobile Toronado, 1981-1984 Oldsmobile 98, 1981-1983 Buick Estate Wagon, 1981-1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
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924-1404, 35-8102, 2933, 9044, 3105, 26874, L-4320, 35-87801,
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DensoPart # 671-8187
Spark Plug Wire Set - Denso 671-8187
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$64.99
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Fits 2018-2019 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2016-2019 Chevrolet Suburban, 2015-2019 Cadillac Escalade, 2015-2019 GMC Yukon, 2015-2017 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2015-2015 Chevrolet Suburban, 2014-2019 Chevrolet Corvette, 2014-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2014-2016 GMC Sierra, 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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671-8187, 118083, 758EE, 7895
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-1476
Walker Products 924-1476 Spark Plug Wire Set
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Fits 1995-1996 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1994-1996 Buick Commercial Chassis, 1994-1996 Buick Roadmaster, 1994-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1994-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala, 1993-1994 Chevrolet Commercial Chassis, 1993-1993 Chevrolet Camaro, 1993-1993 Pontiac Firebird
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924-1476, 35-8143, 3119, 9510, 9521, 2907, 9447, 9518,
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Walker ProductsPart # 924-6001
Walker Products 924-6001 Spark Plug Wire Set
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Fits 2022-2022 Cadillac CT5, 2022-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD, 2022-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD, 2022-2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, 2022-2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited, 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Express 2500, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Express 3500, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Suburban, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Suburban, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2021-2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2021-2022 GMC Savana 2500, 2021-2022 GMC Savana 3500, 2021-2022 GMC Yukon, 2021-2022 GMC Yukon, 2021-2022 GMC Yukon XL, 2021-2022 GMC Yukon XL, 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD
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924-6001
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DensoPart # 671-8020
Spark Plug Wire Set - Denso 671-8020
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Fits 1994-1994 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1993-1993 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1992-1993 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1992-1993 Chevrolet Caprice, 1992-1993 Chevrolet Caprice, 1991-1993 Buick Commercial Chassis, 1991-1993 Buick Roadmaster, 1991-1992 Cadillac Brougham, 1991-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, 1991-1991 Chevrolet Caprice, 1990-1990 Cadillac Brougham, 1990-1990 Chevrolet Caprice, 1989-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 1989-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, 1989-1992 Pontiac Firebird, 1989-1992 Pontiac Firebird, 1989-1990 Chevrolet Caprice
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671-8020, 35-8117, MSW1760, 6718020, 708S, 11-851M, 2X1107, QW895,
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What are spark plug wires?
Spark plug wires, also known as ignition cables or spark plug leads, are a set of wires that connect the ignition coil or distributor to the spark plugs in an internal combustion engine. They are responsible for transmitting high-voltage electrical energy from the ignition source to the spark plugs, which ignite the fuel-air mixture in the engine's cylinders.
The spark plug wires typically consist of a central core made of conductive materials such as copper, and an insulating layer made of materials like silicone or rubber to prevent electrical current from leaking. The wires are designed to withstand high temperatures and electrical interference and are often color-coded to ensure correct installation.
Signs of bad spark plug wires
Spark plug wires play a crucial role in ensuring reliable engine performance. Worn or damaged spark plug wires can cause misfires, rough idling, and poor fuel efficiency, so it's important to take regular maintenance and replace them as needed.
Engine knocking
When the spark plug wires fail, the engine may produce a knocking sound, particularly under heavy loads. This can be caused by pre-ignition or detonation, which can occur when the spark plug wires are not delivering enough energy to the spark plugs.
Rough shifting (automatic transmission)
In some cases, a damaged spark plug wire can cause rough shifting in an automatic transmission. This can be due to a drop in engine power caused by misfires or other problems related to the spark plug wires.
Burned spark plug wires
If you notice that your spark plug wires are discolored or burned, this can be a sign that they are not functioning properly. Burned spark plug wires can be caused by excessive heat, electrical interference, or other issues.
Poor acceleration
When the spark plug wires are failing, the engine may have trouble accelerating smoothly. This can be due to misfires or other problems related to the spark plug wires.
Stalling
A damaged spark plug wire can cause the engine to stall or cut out, particularly at idle. This can be due to a drop in engine power caused by misfires or other problems related to the spark plug wires.
How to change spark plug wires?
Replacing a spark plug wire set is a relatively simple task, and can usually be completed in under an hour. You can follow these steps:
1. Remove the worn or faulty spark wire set.
To avoid confusion and prevent accidentally switching the wires, it is recommended to replace each spark plug wire individually, starting with the longest one. When removing the wires from either the spark plug or distributor cap, it is important to loosen the connection by twisting or rotating the boot. Yanking or forcefully pulling on the wires may cause them to break. Only pull on the boot and refrain from pulling on the cable.
2. Install the new spark plug wire set
Install the new spark plug wires in the same location as the old wires, making sure to connect each wire to the correct spark plug. If your new spark plug wires have boots, be sure to push the boot firmly onto the spark plug until it clicks into place.
3. Test the new spark plug wires
Once you have installed the new spark plug wires, start the engine and check for any signs of misfires, rough idling, or other problems that could indicate an issue with the spark plug wires. If everything looks good, you're all set!