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Plug change boo-boo...what did I do wrong? 850 1997

posted by  someone claiming to be NateB on  Wed Dec 31 15:04 CST 2003 [RELATED]

The anti-seize is fine, and recommended to prevent the plugs from seizing into the aluminum head. Dunno where others are getting impression not to use anti-seize on aluminum heads. I have used in ALL cars for over 20 years and no problem.

The only thing you did wrong was spraying the brake cleaner into the plug hole- egaaaad! What on earth was that about??

The brake fluid is not designed for the combustion chamber. Doubt if you damaged anything - however, may had screwed up the 02 sensors?

However, as long as you aren't throwing your CEL- the 02's are likely A'OK.

Suggest a good old fashioned "italian" tune-up ?





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