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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2000SIENNA LE V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGTESTING AND INSPECTION
2000 Toyota Sienna LE V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)
Spark Plug: Testing and Inspection
2000 Toyota Sienna LE V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE)SECTION Testing and Inspection
INSPECT SPARK PLUGS
NOTE:
^ Never use a wire brush for cleaning.
^ Never attempt to adjust the electrode gap on a used spark plug.
^ Spark plugs should be replaced every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
a. Remove the high-tension cords set. (See step 2)
b. Remove the ignition coils.
c. Inspect the electrode.
Using a megger (insulation resistance meter), measure the insulation resistance.
Standard correct insulation resistance: 10 M Ohms or more
If the resistance is less than specified, proceed to step (e).
HINT: If a megger is not available, the following simple method of inspection provides fairly accurate results.
d. Simple Method:
1. Quickly race the engine to 4,000 rpm 5 times.
2. Remove the spark plug. (See step (e))
3. Visually check the spark plug.
If the electrode is dry .....OK
If the electrode is wet... Proceed to step (f)
4. Install the spark plug. (See step (i))
e. Using a 16 mm plug wrench, remove the 6 spark plugs from the RH and LH cylinder heads.
f. Check the spark plug for thread damage and insulator damage.
If abnormal, replace the spark plug.
Recommended spark plug
DENSO PK20TR11
NGK BKR6EKPB11
g. Inspect the electrode gaps.
Maximum electrode gap for used spark plug: 1.3 mm (0.051 in.)
If the gap is greater than maximum, replace the spark plug.
Correct electrode gap for new spark plug: 1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTE: If adjusting the gap of a new spark plug, bend only the base of the ground electrode. Do not touch the tip. Never attempt to adjust the gap on the used plug.
h. Clean the spark plugs.
If the electrode has traces of wet carbon, allow it to dry and then clean with a spark plug cleaner.
Air pressure: Below 588 kPa (6 kg/sq.cm, 85 psi)
Duration: 20 seconds or less
HINT: If there are traces of oil, remove it with gasoline before using the spark plug cleaner.
i. Using a 16 mm plug wrench, install the 6 spark plugs to the RH and LH cylinder heads.
Torque: 18 Nm (180 kg.cm, 13 ft.lb)
j. Install the ignition coils.
k. Install the high-tension cords set.(See step 2)
NOTE:
^ Never use a wire brush for cleaning.
^ Never attempt to adjust the electrode gap on a used spark plug.
^ Spark plugs should be replaced every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
a. Remove the high-tension cords set. (See step 2)
b. Remove the ignition coils.
c. Inspect the electrode.
Using a megger (insulation resistance meter), measure the insulation resistance.
Standard correct insulation resistance: 10 M Ohms or more
If the resistance is less than specified, proceed to step (e).
HINT: If a megger is not available, the following simple method of inspection provides fairly accurate results.
d. Simple Method:
1. Quickly race the engine to 4,000 rpm 5 times.
2. Remove the spark plug. (See step (e))
3. Visually check the spark plug.
If the electrode is dry .....OK
If the electrode is wet... Proceed to step (f)
4. Install the spark plug. (See step (i))
e. Using a 16 mm plug wrench, remove the 6 spark plugs from the RH and LH cylinder heads.
f. Check the spark plug for thread damage and insulator damage.
If abnormal, replace the spark plug.
Recommended spark plug
DENSO PK20TR11
NGK BKR6EKPB11
g. Inspect the electrode gaps.
Maximum electrode gap for used spark plug: 1.3 mm (0.051 in.)
If the gap is greater than maximum, replace the spark plug.
Correct electrode gap for new spark plug: 1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTE: If adjusting the gap of a new spark plug, bend only the base of the ground electrode. Do not touch the tip. Never attempt to adjust the gap on the used plug.
h. Clean the spark plugs.
If the electrode has traces of wet carbon, allow it to dry and then clean with a spark plug cleaner.
Air pressure: Below 588 kPa (6 kg/sq.cm, 85 psi)
Duration: 20 seconds or less
HINT: If there are traces of oil, remove it with gasoline before using the spark plug cleaner.
i. Using a 16 mm plug wrench, install the 6 spark plugs to the RH and LH cylinder heads.
Torque: 18 Nm (180 kg.cm, 13 ft.lb)
j. Install the ignition coils.
k. Install the high-tension cords set.(See step 2)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.