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#5 of 70 Re: HOW TO CHANGE/REPLACE SPARK PLUGS IN 2009 CHEVY AVEO LS Sedan [20aveo09] by ecotec2009

Nov 06, 2011 (10:10 am)

Replying to: 20aveo09 (Oct 25, 2011 9:20 am)
Hi, sorry for late reply, away from a computer past week and half and just now catching up on emails.
 
Anyway. Let me go look and see real quick but if I remember correctly I just used my hand to pull the electric type plug/black plastic connector(it is black with all sorts of wires running into the connector on one side from engine area or somewhere from rest of car, then the other side of connector plugs into the right hand side of coil pack) out off right hand side of coil pack, then used the 40 Torx bit to take out the two screws holding in the coil pack, basically under that coil pack you will have 4 black rubber boots that sit down over top of the spark plugs and connect to them, it will look kind of like 4 black milk cow tits hanging down when turned upside down, sorry only thing I could think of to describe those black boots and how they really look.
 
Yes I used my hands holding one side of connector/electric plug and pulling it out apart from coil pack with other hand. You might try spraying WD 40 inside or on it or around it and letting it soak then try it. Or you could try holding one side with your hand and using pliers to pull out other side, you will not break it or hurt it, it will slide or come apart, mine was stuck stiff at first until I pulled on it firmly, I just made sure I was gripping the black plastic and not pulling on the wires at all, you should be able to see where the electric connector/plug attaches in center of the connector piece.
 
Hope this helps, let me know how it turns out for you.
Good luck.

#6 of 70 Re: HOW TO CHANGE/REPLACE SPARK PLUGS IN 2009 CHEVY AVEO LS Sedan [ecotec2009] by ecotec2009

Nov 06, 2011 (1:59 pm)

Replying to: ecotec2009 (Nov 06, 2011 10:10 am)
UPDATE: IMPORTANT!
 
Just did some checking online and if anyone ever stumbles across this looking for the actual ignition coil pack or coil pack bridge to replace that covers these 4 spark plugs, go online to look at Amazon or RockAuto or Autozone, the prices have dropped like a rock compared to what I was going to have to pay back in Feb of 2011 of $800-$900 range at Autozone then.
 
Look for "ACDelco D517C OE Service Ignition Coil Assembly" or "Alternate/OEM Part Number(s): 96476983, C164AIRTEX / WELLS Part # 5C1703 {#96476983, C1646}" on Autozone it was just ignition coil under the 2009 Aveo model.
 
Prices are now $74 Amazon.com for ACDelco and $59.99 on Ebay for this AC/Delco to $139 for DuraLast at Autozone to $138 at Rock Auto for Airtex and $96 for ACDelco! Damn I missed it by about 6-8 months or less of OEM parts being made available to order myself instead of having to go to the GMAC dealership shop and pay big time to have them replace the coil which I could have done myself easily. Oh well, I am noticing that it seems to take at least 1-3 years minimum before we have a really good selection on basic maintenance parts for Chevrolet Aveos, took me one year before I could find oil filters under $10 when I first started looking for them it was $30 plus a filter, a ripoff. Then after year I found all kinds available for $5-$10 or less. And same with windshield wiper blades, air filters, cabin filter, etc, I mean you name it. Hope this helps someone save some money in future, since from what I can see a lot of the coil packs on 2009 Aveos konk out at 30,000-60,000 mile range conveniently after warranty covers them.

#8 of 70 OEM spark plugs by mick1

Nov 27, 2011 (8:59 am)

2009 Pontiac g3(aveo5) pulled a spark plug and it is NGK ZFR6U-11. NGK website lists ZFR6F-11. Are these plugs interchangeable. No parts store lists 6U-11. Are they only dealer supplied? Also there are no English language websites that discuss the 6U-11 plug.

#9 of 70 Re: How to change spark plugs on 2009 Chevy Aveo LS Sedan? [ecotec2009] by mengster88

Apr 07, 2012 (4:26 pm)

Replying to: ecotec2009 (Feb 17, 2011 11:15 am)
I would like to answer your question on how to change spark plugs on a 2009 chevy aveo...
 
There is a eco-tec cover on the top of the motor, it easily comes off if you pull it up on the right side.
 
You will see a gray-ish cover (this is your coil pack, Ill abbreviate this as CP from here on) with two torx bolts, you can take it off using torx-bits. The next step is a bit tricky. On the left side of the CP there is an electrical connector that you need to take off. Its easy. There is a clip you can insert a flat head screwdriver into and pull off (i think its purple) do not remove, it just pulls out a few millimeters. Then there is a clip you can push down with your thumb and pull off the connector.
 
Once you have done this, you can pull of your CP and expose your spark plugs. You will need a ratchet, long extension and a screwdriver socket.
 
I like to do one spark plug at a time.
 
Now put your new spark plugs in. It is good practice to put a nice coat of a quality anti seize on the threads of your new spark plugs. Be careful tho, this stuff can be messy.
 
Once you have put in all new spark plus, its time to put your coil pack back on. Its good practice to put dielectric grease on the tips of the coils that attach to your spark plugs. This will aid in removal next time you have to do spark plugs. Put the connector back on the CP. Clip the connector on then push the purple safety tab back on. Screw the CP on with the torx bolts. These don't need to be super tight, just an 1/8th of a turn past snug. put your eco-tec cover back on and you are in business!
 
Hope this helps. If any errors are found in this posting please let me be aware.
 
If you need clarification on anything, send me a message.
 
-Jeff
 
And good luck!

#10 of 70 2009 Aveo recall then it does not have any power by imreal209

May 27, 2012 (11:10 pm)

I had one coil pack replaced 3 months ago. I got the letter about the recall and took it in to have it worked on. After they replaced the plugs & boots and told it was done it had no power, I did not even get off of the lot. They said the canshaft actuator solenoid valve filers were plugged and it was almost $100. labor $89. and shop parts $4.90. So how is it this just happened when they were working on it? It was running just fine and had never done this before. Thanks

#11 of 70 2009 Chevy Aveo LS Timing Belt Questions/Concerns by ecotec2009

Aug 25, 2012 (5:15 pm)

#12 of 70 2009 Chevy Aveo LS Timing Belt Questions/Concerns by ecotec2009

Nov 06, 2011 (1:44 pm)

Would like input from any other owners of 2009 Chevy Aveo's, particulary LS manual models in regards to the timing belt or "serpentine belt".
   
 I noticed manual states to change it out at 100,000 miles.
   
 1) Has anyone on here already had to change the belt out yet and if so at how many miles?
   
 2) What name brand or type of belt did you replace it with, style, name, brand, price?
   
 3) Has anyone on here had the timing belt break on them yet and have to be replaced and did it ruin the engine or any other parts or cause any other problems or expensive repairs?
   
 I have not had any problems yet and have over 70,000 miles on mine after almost 3 years driving mostly highway at 55-65 mph and with manual transmission. But it is coming up here in next 12-24 months when I will be approaching 100,000 miles and wanted to be proactive on this issue since I have read on this forum where a lot of 2004-2008 owners seemed to have lot of issues with their timing belts breaking before 50,000 miles or less and then totally ruining their engines severely.
   
 Thanks

#14 of 70 Re: 2009 Chevy Aveo LS Timing Belt Questions/Concerns [ecotec2009] by kirstie_h HOST

Nov 15, 2011 (8:01 am)

Replying to: ecotec2009 (Nov 06, 2011 1:44 pm)
You really probably should have it at least inspected. If the timing belt breaks while you're driving, it will just snap and leave you stranded, and may damage other parts in the process. You WON'T have any problems with it, until it breaks. Any qualified mechanic can look at it and see if it's showing signs of wear. It's one of those maintenance items that just isn't worth skipping.

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