How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an '01?

[01 RT SNAKE]

How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

I couldn't find anything on the search. During my previous post about the rat's nest I found under the intake manifold someone suggested that I take a look at the wires. I looked under the cowl and saw that a couple of the plug ends have been gnawed on. What is entailed in replacing these things. It doesn't look like there's much room to work with back there.

Mike
2001 RT/10

 

[Steve 00RT/10]

Re: How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

Remove the windshield wipers, remove the cowl (4 screws-open the door to see the 2 inside ones) 5 minute job so far. This will open up the back of the engine well enough to get your hand in there to get the wires off the coil packs. Just pay attention to the order and you're all set.

Steve

 

[viperdude118]

Re: How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

With the cowl/wipers removed you shold be able to change all plugs and wires in about 30 min or so. Just do one at a time, I had a back one fall off while I was putting them on and it left me with two empty ones. I went on instinct and got it put back on the right one.

 

[kcobean]

Re: How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

I have the "coil map" if you need it. I had one pop off on the bottom when I was trying to pull the one next to it off and I couldn't remember which went where. Be careful about wire order on the coil and you'll be fine.

 

[Sam 01 RT10]

Re: How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

Ditto. When I had my '01, I just did one wire at a time, to avoid any mistakes. Take your time, and be patient. Make sure they "click" securely onto the coil pack.

 

[ViperTony]

Re: How hard is it to replace spark plug wires on an \'01?

I just replaced my wires on my '01 RT/10. I purchased a set of AB's 1,200 degree 9MM wires. The hardest part was disconnecting the windshield wipers to remove the cowl cover. I ended up spraying a little WD40 to bolts holding the wipers arms and let it sit for a couple of hours. They came right off. I replaced one wire at a time. I even went so far as to write down the cylinder numbers on duct tape and stuck it to each side of the valve covers. Replacing one wire at a time eliminates any mistakes or confusion. You do have to shove your arm behind the engine to get at the coil but it was easy after the first two plugs. Here's a pic with the cowl off and new wires:

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