- Helps your engine convert fuel into useable energy
- Engine misfires, poor fuel efficiency, difficulty accelerating, and random shut offs are signs of a worn spark plug
- Replacement is best done by a professional technician
Your Nissan spark plugs are situated in a row along the top or side of your car's engine. When you first see it, a Spark Plug may appear to be a long, bizarre-looking screw. However, it plays a critical role in your car's driving ability. If your Spark Plug becomes so worn that it no longer functions correctly, your car may not start or run.
Your Nissan spark plugs work with your engine to convert regular fuel into useable energy so that you're able to drive your Nissan. To do this, your Spark Plug triggers an intense electrical spark. This spark then ignites the extremely unstable combination of air and fuel in your vehicle's combustion chamber, creating more than enough energy to move your vehicle down the interstate. Without a properly functioning Spark Plug, the amount of power needed to spark your fuel and convert it into working energy decreases, which can lead to significant concerns.
Your Spark Plug needs routine inspection and servicing, similar to filters, motor oil, and tires on your car. If these components not cared for regularly, you may notice a few issues. Possible signs of an impaired Spark Plug include engine knocking and misfires, decreased fuel economy, difficulty starting your Nissan, random shut-offs, and difficulty accelerating. Each of these issues can hinder your car from working properly. Neglected spark plugs can also cause potential issues with your other engine components.
When replacing a Spark Plug, it's best to consult your owner's manual for manufacturer recommended replacement periods. Many Spark Plug service periods are advised at 30,000 miles.
Doing a Spark Plug replacement at home isn't impossible but can prove a bit difficult since you might need to detach and remove car parts such as ignition cables, coil packs, plug wires, and other essential parts, We recommend leaving this job to Nissan professional technicians. However, if you prefer to do the Spark Plug installation at home, refer to your Nissan owner's manual, confirm that your car is parked on a flat surface, and detach your car battery before starting this process.
Each vehicle needs a particular Spark Plug designed with certain materials. Give your Nissan the care it deserves by trading an old or broken Spark Plug with OEM parts from Nissan Parts.
This Spark Plug 224016CA1C fits Nissan Altima, Nissan Sentra, or Nissan X-Trail. Click on the What This Fits tab for more information on fitment.
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