Q: How many spark plugs and does it have a coil pack

asked by on December 30, 2016

How many spark plugs and does it have a coil pack

My car has 173000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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Hi There, Your vehicle should have 6 spark plugs; one for each cylinder. You should also have 6 coil packs; again one for each cylinder. Should you need further assistance with changing these, I would recommend having a professional come to your location to inspect and replace these.

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