location of spark plugs to change myself

you have to remove the ignition plate on top of the engine to gain access to the spark plugs.

This guide will help us step by step

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

Please run down these guides and report back.

Electrical problem
1999 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Automatic
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I am trying to replace the spark plugs and wires in my car and i think i switched the wires. Can you please tell me how to get the wires in the right position because I do not have an owner's manual. Thank you in advance.

I need to change the spark plugs in my 3.1L malibu, but can not figure out how to access the plugs next to the firewall. Should I remove the coil pack to better access? Thank you for your help.

[quote:58320dfbbd="rogbulkley7"]Electrical problem
1999 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 103000 miles
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I need to change the spark plugs in my 3.1L malibu, but can not figure out how to access the plugs next to the firewall. Should I remove the coil pack to better access? Thank you for your help.[/quote:58320dfbbd]

Yes you will have to take of the coil pack. I just got doing a head job on a 99 malibu and it was fun.

Transmission problem
1999 Chevy Malibu 6 cyl Automatic
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i was changing the spark plugs and wires in my car nd i pulled on e of the wires and the metal piece stayed on how do i get it off it is one of the plugs in the back

Just pull it off with pliers, but at this point you should change the wires too!

ok i tried to and it still wont come off

It will come off, pull harder! If you are changing the plugs, dont be afraid if the plug breaks!

Engine Mechanical problem
1999 Chevy Malibu 4 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I recently had a tune up, when they replaced my spark plugs under one of them was oil.... My car started smoking a few days after, and now theres oil in my muffler, if i start it dark white smoke comes out the muffler. Can this be fixed or do i need to replace the motor?

this could be a head gasket or valve seals. You really need a pro to look at it to give the proper diagnosis....

My 99 chevy malibu 4cyl 2.4 motor keeps burning out the spark plug boots, burning oil and overheating and cuts off everytime i stop. I just changed the spark plugs with OEM replacements and changed the spark plug boots and did an oil change about a 1.5 weeks ago and it melted the spark plug boots again. I changed them to get home on the way home it started sputtering and losing power like it melted the spark plug boots again. Why is that?

Melted the spark plug boots?
How hot is this engine getting?

Its not any more now that I have changed the thermostat. But now I have a really hard time starting the car. It turns over without a problem and feels like it wants to start but it just doesn't get the fire it needs to start it without letting it constantly turn over...

It also is leaking oil from somewhere and ends up on the top by the spark plugs, but there is no oil by the gaskets...

You've probably done internal damage when you overheated it. Take a complete compression test.

change spark plugs 1998 Chevy Malibu

Hello,

Here is a guide that will help you get the job done, though the rear plugs are a little tough but hang in there and you can get it done. Here is a guide that will help you get started.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-spark-plugs

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Turn the ignition key OFF.
Remove foreign material from around the spark plug holes.
Remove the spark plug using a spark plug socket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Adjust the spark plug gap. Use a round wire type spark plug gap gauge. While gapping the plug be sure to keep the platinum pads aligned to ensure maximum plug life.
Install new plugs and tighten properly.
Reapply dielectric lubricant to the insulator boot.
Tighten
Tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft) .

Diagram (below)


"I have seen my mechanic roll the engine forward by undoing the strut engine mount and moving the car forward while the transmission is in park.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken

I've recently bought a 1998 Chevy Malibu, with a mileage of 89000. Fuel runs out of the exhaust...however we have replaced the Fuel Injector on one cylinder where the spark plug smelled of gas. It has spark..we don't know what else the problem could be. Please if you have any advice let me know...i need it fixed. :roll:

Sorry for the late reply.

Use a gage and check proper fuel pressure. Also, see if fuel pressure holds for a bit with everything off. If the pressure drops like a rock, then check for a leak. Did you check for gas in your fuel pressure regulator vacuum line, if gas, the regulator is faulty.

I realize this is an old post. In the future hope you don't have any vehicle issues, but, if you do, keep the site in mind. They are always working to improve the site and it's free to ask a question.

Have a good day.

When I start my engine it runs 30 seconds then shuts off.I start it back up it is fine. Ocassionally need to give a little gas when starting to keep it running. It does this about every 6 start ups. I had a tune up which consist of spark plugs and spark plug wires 20000 miles ago ( 2 years ago). Had the Ignition Cylinder re-placed at the beginning of July, about 2 weeks after this problem started occurring. No dummy lights are on in the dash.

Find the idle air control valve and clean it up and see what happens. Also when the ignition cylinder was replaced battery was disconnected to prevent short circuit and its probably the computer going thru a relearning process to relearn the idle speed.

Hi. I drive a 98 Chevy Malibu V6 3.1 automatic and lately I've noticed the car will decelerate hard when I let off of the gas (and no I'm not pressing the brake). This will even happen as I am going downhill. Also, when letting off the gas to coast,(around 35-50mph) the car shakes. The steering wheel goes side to side (similar to a video game controller shake for a racing game). If I apply the brakes, the shaking stops and no, I'm not pulled to either side of the road. Supposidly, the brakes are ok and I just had the following items fixed: air filter element, fuel filter, spark plug wire set, spark plugs, PCV, battery terminals cleaned, and a new starter motor. The listed items are from a random problem that was a bigger issue. The car would not start, didn't matter with a hot or cold engine. So I'd bring it to the shop and 20x's in a row, it would start for the mechanics. Ghost in the machine! I've read that this problem was mainly attributed to an anti-theft ignition switch thing but; unlike others, the anti-theft light never went on. So far, the car is starting properly. However, I am now very concerned about this shaking and very rapid deceration (like 40 to 20 within one city block, coasting)Its wierd and I would really appreciate some help with a good deduction. Thank you!Oh, and I suppose that I should mention that the entire fuel system has been replaced within the last 2 years. (I think it was a flood car)Thanks again!

Quite possibly the torque convertor lock up solenoid is sticking. If it stays on it can cause rapid deceleration and cause the performance issues you describe. A qualified shop should be able to easily diagnose it. There could even be a code, but monitoring it with a scan tool will tell you for sure. Not an expensive part but requires removal of side pan of transmission

to add to GM, make sure the brakes are not partially applied from a bad caliper or brake hose. put it in neutral and see if it still slows down quickly. if it does, it is brake related, if it does not then the trans is the issue as gmtech said.

Roy

1998 malibu 2.4 liter. i changed spark plugs and drove it maybe 15miles, no problems. then out of the blue it started skipping and now it i can hear a vaccum leak comeing from under the power steering pump but i can not find where it is comeing from. anybody have any suggestions please thank you

you might want to check the intake manifold gasket

What's the easiest way to remove the spark plug right near the firewall?

I use a socket, a short extension and a ratchet with a swivel head and reach around.

Hi my malibu has been shaking a little when i come to a stop my dad is going to change spark plugs and the wites because he think this may fix this problem.. But lately my car drives good but when goin up a big hill i notice it struggles and when i got home yesterday something smelt burnt but nothing was leaking i checked my oil and water it was good oil levels a lil high but idont know what the problem can be.

scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge. auto parts rent gauge.41-47 psi key on only