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Spark plugs replacement cx-30 mileage question

269 views 11 replies 8 participants last post by  Quix  
#1 ·
Hi all
Looking for advice. I don’t drive a lot so my mileage is low. I think about 50,000km but it’s been 5 years I have a cx30 GS 2.5 litre. I’m not sure if it’s turbo. Not sure how to tell that I didn’t see it on the invoice
Anyways I got an email from the dealership saying it was time to change them.
Should I?
also debating going to a local mechanic cause I figure it will be cheaper than the dealership
Thoughts? Thx
 
#3 ·
Most modern cars don't require 'tuneups" like the old days. My 2011 Honda CR-V is still with original plugs; close to 200,000 KMs. Unless you notice something odd with the engine, I wouldn't. Recommendations above would be adequate.
Dealers will always recommend lots of things to be done, that's where the profit is.
 
#10 ·
I just changed the plugs on my '22 Turbo, just over the recommended interval. It was super easy, there are 3 bolts to remove that get a hose/wiring bracket out of the way (10mm as I recall).
I used the NGK equivalent of the Mazda OEM plug and they were about $115 USD. Took maybe 1/2 hour all in. The used plugs were nicely even tan, but the insulators were showing some heat scars, and the electrodes were a bit burned down.
I could have probably gone longer, but I could feel a noticeable difference on starting and overall smoother acceleration
 
#12 ·
The GS trim was never available with the turbo, but if you're really unsure you can look behind the engine, the turbo is just hanging out back there under a heat shield. It also says "turbo" on the engine cover