RickOTR
Explorer Addict
- Joined
- January 4, 2000
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- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 97 Sport 4X4
Decided to change the spark plugs today on the Explorer. Got all finished but number 2 plug. It won't come out. I have tried a 3/8 and 1/2 ratchet, swivels and extensions, but it won't budge. I had someone else do it the last time which was around 80K miles ago. All the other plugs were a little difficult to get going but they did come out with not much effort. I did notice a lot of anti-seize on the threads of the plugs so I am wondering if this may have something to do with it. I've never had any trouble changing the plugs before and this has me stopped dead in my tracks. Do you think warming up the engine would help expand the plug or loosen up the anti-seize?
