Need spark plug wire install routing sequence

Here is the firing order and spark plug wire routing diagram for a 2006 Chevy Impala LT 3.9 V6:
Firing order: 1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark plug wire routing (starting from the driver's side):

• Cylinder 1: connect to the coil tower closest to the driver's side headlight
• Cylinder 3: connect to the coil tower next to cylinder 1
• Cylinder 5: connect to the coil tower next to cylinder 3
• Cylinder 2: connect to the coil tower closest to the passenger side headlight
• Cylinder 4: connect to the coil tower next to cylinder 2
• Cylinder 6: connect to the coil tower next to cylinder 4

Note: Make sure to route the wires properly to avoid cross-firing.

Hi Richard:
Here's a procedure that has worked for me.
- line timing mark on harmonic balancer with 0 on pointer. This is TDC for #1 cylinder. It will be on either compression, or between exhaust and intake stroke. If the valves are closed it will be compression, so distributor will be lined up to send spark to #1 cylinder.
- Lift off distributor cap. Rotor will be pointing to #1 so connect that cap wire will go to #1 cylinder. I put a dab of black marker on the distributor cap at this wire.
- Install the remaining wires in firing order sequence to the various cylinders.

Since you are unfamiliar with this process, do these steps one spark plug at a time. Locate the spark plugs; remove the wire's connecting cap from the plug; remove the spark plug from its threaded hole (use a dedicated spark plug wrench or socket of the proper size - may be a 16mm, 5/8", or possibly but unlikely 13/16"); check the electrode gap on the new plug and install it in the threaded hole; follow the plug wire back to its individual coil (opposite end from the spark plug; remove the old plug wire and replace it with the new one of the same length ensuring the same wire routing; replace the plug wire cap on the new plug; move on to the next and repeat.

Inspection

Inspect for the correct routing of the spark plug wires. Improper routing may cause cross-firing. Inspect each wire for any signs of cranks or splits in the wire. Inspect each plug wire boot for tearing, piercing, arcing, carbon tracking or a corroded terminal.
If there is any corrosion, carbon tracking or arcing indicated on a plug wire boot or terminal, both the plug wire and component it was connected to should be replaced.

Removal & Installation

3.5L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
3. Remove the left side plug wires from the retaining clips.
4. Rotate the engine for access as follows:
   1. Set the parking brake.
   2. Shift the transaxle into neutral.
   3. Remove the engine mount strut bolts. Swing the engine mount struts aside.
   4. Install the Engine Tilt Strap J-41131.
   5. Pull on the engine in order to rotate the engine forward.
   6. Tighten the strap.
   
   
5. Remove the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
6. Remove the plug wires from the retaining clip.
7. Remove the spark wires from the ignition coils.
8. Remove the plug wire assembly from the engine.
   NOTE If you are replacing the spark plug wires, the spark plug wire conduit and retaining clips should be transferred to the replacement wires.
   

To install:

1. Install the right side plug wires to the ignition coils and then the spark plugs.
2. Install the spark plug wires to the retaining clip.
3. Rotate the engine back to the original position.
4. Install the left side spark plug wires to the ignition coils and then to the spark plugs.
5. Install the spark plug wires to the retaining clips.

3.9L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the intake manifold cover.
3. Remove the left side spark plug wires as follows:
   1. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
   2. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
   3. Remove the left side spark plug wire clips from the intake manifold and heater inlet and outlet pipe.
   4. Remove the left side spark plug wire assembly.
   
   
4. If removing the right side spark plug wires, the engine must be rotated for access as follows:
   1. Set the parking brake.
   2. Shift the transaxle into neutral.
   3. Remove the engine mount strut bolts. Swing the engine mount struts aside.
   4. Install the Engine Tilt Strap J-41131.
   5. Pull on the engine in order to rotate the engine forward.
   6. Tighten the strap.
   
   
5. After rotating the engine, remove the right side spark plug wires as follows:
   1. Disconnect the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs and ignition coil.
   
   
6. Remove the right side spark plug wire clip from the ignition coil bracket.
7. Remove the right side spark plug wire assembly.

To install:

1. Install the spark plug wire assembly.
2. Install the right side spark plug wire clip at the ignition coil bracket.
3. Connect the plug wires to the ignition coil and spark plugs.
4. If the engine was rotated for access, return the engine to the original position.
5. The remainder of the installation is the reverse order of removal.

The bolts should have thread lock on them when installing, and the torque is done in 2 steps. 33 ft lbs. and then 90 deg. after that on the second pass. 3.1L Engine CAUTION
Observe all applicable safety precautions when working around fuel. Whenever servicing the fuel system, always work in a well ventilated area. Do not allow fuel spray or vapors to come in contact with a spark or open flame. Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher near the work area. Always keep fuel in a container specifically designed for fuel storage; also, always properly seal fuel containers to avoid the possibility of fire or explosion. LEFT SIDE (FRONT)

1. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the cooling system into a suitable container.
4. Disconnect the top half of the air cleaner assembly, then remove the throttle body air inlet duct.
5. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield and crossover pipe.
6. Disconnect the spark plug wires from spark plugs and looms then route the wires out of the way.
7. Remove the rocker arm (valve) covers.
8. Remove upper intake plenum and lower intake manifold.
9. Remove the left side exhaust manifold.
10. Remove oil level indicator tube. NOTE: When removing the valve train components they must be kept in order for installation in the same locations they were removed from.
    
11. Remove rocker arms nut, rocker arms, balls and pushrods.
12. Unfasten the cylinder head bolts evenly, then remove the cylinder head from the engine compartment. Remove and discard the gasket. To install:
    
13. Clean all the gasket surfaces completely. Clean the threads on the cylinder head bolts and block threads.
14. Place the cylinder head gasket in position over the dowel pins on the cylinder block so the words THIS SIDE UP are showing.
15. Coat the bolt threads lightly with sealer, then install finger-tight.
16. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm). With all the bolts tightened make a second pass tightening all the bolts an additional 90°.
17. Install the pushrods, rocker arms, balls and rocker arm nuts in their proper locations. Tighten the rocker arm nuts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
18. Install the lower intake manifold and upper intake plenum.
19. Install the rocker arm (valve) covers.
20. Install the oil level indicator tube. Insert the dipstick.
21. Connect the spark plug wires to spark plugs and looms.
22. Install the left side exhaust manifold.
23. Install the exhaust crossover pipe and heat shield.
24. Refill the cooling system.
25. Install the top half of the air cleaner assembly and the throttle body air inlet duct.
26. Connect negative battery cable.
27. Start vehicle and verify that there are no leaks. Fig. 20: Cylinder head mounting and bolt tightening sequence - 3.1L engine
    

RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD (REAR) CAUTION
Fuel Injection systems remain under pressure, even after the engine has been turned OFF. The fuel system pressure must be relieved before disconnecting any fuel lines. Failure to do so may result in fire and/or personal injury.

1. Relieve the fuel system pressure.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Drain the cooling system.
4. Remove the top half of the air cleaner assembly and remove the throttle body air inlet duct.
5. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield and crossover pipe.
6. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
7. Detach the Oxygen (O2) sensor connector.
8. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold.
9. Remove the right side exhaust manifold.
10. Carefully lower the vehicle.
11. Disconnect the spark plug wires from spark plugs and wire looms and route the wires out of the way.
12. Remove the rocker arm (valve) covers.
13. Remove upper intake plenum and lower intake manifold. NOTE: When removing the valve train components they must be kept in order for installation in the same locations they were removed from.
    
14. Remove rocker arms nut, rocker arms, balls and pushrods.
15. Unfasten the cylinder head bolts evenly, then remove the cylinder head from the engine compartment. Remove and discard the gasket. To Install:
    
16. Clean all the gasket surfaces completely. Clean the threads on the cylinder head bolts and block threads.
17. Place the cylinder head gasket in position over the dowel pins on the cylinder block so the words THIS SIDE UP showing.
18. Coat the bolt threads lightly with sealer, then install finger-tight.
19. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm). With all the bolts tightened make a second pass tightening all the bolts an additional 90°.
20. Install the pushrods loosely retained with the rocker arm assemblies. Make sure all pushrods are in the correct locations. Coat the ends of the pushrods with prelube. The intake rods are marked yellow and are 5 3?4 inch long. The exhaust pushrods are marked green and 6 inches long. balls and rocker arm nuts. Tighten the rocker arm nuts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
21. Install the lower intake manifold and upper intake plenum.
22. Install the rocker arm (valve) covers.
23. Connect the spark plug wires to spark plugs and wire looms.
24. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
25. Install the exhaust manifold.
26. Connect the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold.
27. Carefully lower the vehicle.
28. Connect the Oxygen (O2) sensor wiring.
29. Install the exhaust crossover pipe and heat shield.
30. Refill the cooling system.
31. Install the top half of the air cleaner assembly and the throttle body air inlet duct.
32. Connect negative battery cable.
33. Start vehicle and verify that there are no leaks.

Changing the spark plugs is a pretty easy task. The spark plugs run along both sides of the engine (if its a V block) , 1 per cylinder. You can easily identify them by the plug wires running to them from the distributor. Pop off each plug wire, (1 at a time) and replace the spark plug. Once you have replaced the plug, replace the plug wire. This ensures that you dont mess up the sequence of the wires which determines which cylinder fires at what time in the cycle. VERY important not to mess up the sequence. If you should happen to get the wires mixed up, look online for the firing sequence for your vehicle and engine.

Changing the spark plugs is a pretty easy task. The spark plugs run along both sides of the engine, 1 per cylinder. (3 on each side) You can easily identify them by the plug wires running to them from the distributor. Pop off each plug wire, (1 at a time) and replace the spark plug. Once you have replaced the plug, replace the plug wire. This ensures that you dont mess up the sequence of the wires which determines which cylinder fires at what time in the cycle. VERY important not to mess up the sequence. If you should happen to get the wires mixed up, look online for the firing sequence for your vehicle and engine.

check spark plug wires to make sure they"re not miss-routed... start at the coils and work towards the plugs make real sure its got correct firing order sequence... it is usually posted on a label under the hood of most cars and also make sure they have a real good snap on connection both on coil and plugs and that the terminal posts on the coils are really clean! if this doesn't fix the problem then it probably is a timing chain problem..it might not be installed correctly. good luck to you! i hope its just a miss wire.
can you give me some feed back..i'm curious..thanks! a 40k mile car shouldn't need this kind of work..its practically brand new!!

Double check the plug wires, if the boot to the plug wire was not installed with spark plug boot lube. It may have pulled away from the plug just enough to make it a bad connection. Go back and push on the plug wire boot to the spark plug and make sure the wires are routed properly and not touching anything other then the separator that hold the wires in place. The other thing would be a dirty injector ir an bad wire to the injector. Start with te plug boots and routing. Good luck friend, I have a Montana and same thing here, take me longer to ensure that all the plug wires are set then to replace the plugs. 

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