Skip to content
Home » 2014 Nissan Sentra Spark Plug Socket Size Guide

2014 Nissan Sentra Spark Plug Socket Size Guide

    2014 Nissan Sentra Spark Plug Socket Size

    If you own a 2014 Nissan Sentra and are looking to change the spark plugs, it’s important to know the correct socket size to use. The spark plug socket size refers to the size of the socket that fits over the spark plug, allowing you to remove and install it properly. Here, we will provide you with the spark plug socket size for the 2014 Nissan Sentra.

    Spark Plug Socket Size Chart

    Engine Type Socket Size
    1.8L 5/8 inch
    1.6L Turbo 9/16 inch

    Now that you have the spark plug socket size chart, let’s go through the steps to change the spark plugs in your 2014 Nissan Sentra.

    Step 1: Gather the necessary tools

    • Spark plug socket (according to the chart)
    • Ratchet wrench
    • Extension bar (if needed)
    • Spark plug gap tool
    • Dielectric grease (optional)

    Step 2: Prepare the vehicle

    1. Make sure the engine is cool before starting.
    2. Locate the spark plug wires or ignition coils on top of the engine.
    3. If your Sentra has ignition coils, remove them using a wrench or socket, depending on the type of fasteners used.
    4. If your Sentra has spark plug wires, gently twist and pull them off the spark plugs.

    Step 3: Remove the old spark plugs

    1. Insert the spark plug socket onto the spark plug.
    2. Attach the ratchet wrench to the socket.
    3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to loosen and remove the old spark plug.

    Step 4: Inspect and gap the new spark plugs

    1. Check the gap of the new spark plugs using a spark plug gap tool.
    2. Adjust the gap if necessary by carefully bending the ground electrode.

    Step 5: Install the new spark plugs

    1. Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug boot (if applicable).
    2. Insert the new spark plug into the socket.
    3. Hand-tighten the spark plug into the engine cylinder.
    4. Use the spark plug socket and ratchet wrench to tighten the spark plug further, turning it clockwise.

    Step 6: Reassemble and test

    1. If you removed ignition coils, reattach them using the appropriate fasteners.
    2. If you removed spark plug wires, push them back onto the spark plugs until they click into place.
    3. Start the engine and listen for any abnormal noises or misfires.
    4. If everything sounds and feels normal, you have successfully changed the spark plugs in your 2014 Nissan Sentra!

    Remember to consult your vehicle’s owner manual or a certified mechanic if you have any doubts or questions during the process. Regularly changing the spark plugs in your Nissan Sentra can help maintain its performance and fuel efficiency.