DENSO Auto Parts 3009 spark plug for the 1988-1991 Toyota Camry V6 2.5L, the 1992-1993 Camry V6 3.0L and other vehicles ignites the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder. The plug is OE-grade.
- Patented U-Groove ground electrode allows a larger flame front and improved ignitability
- Copper core center electrode for thermal conductivity
- Nickel tip on the center electrode and nickel core in the ground electrode
- Resistance of 5000 ohms
- Pre-gap of 1.1 mm
Quick facts
- Part: DENSO Auto Parts 3009 spark plug
- Fits: the 1988-1991 Toyota Camry V6 2.5L, the 1992-1993 Camry V6 3.0L and other vehicles
A worn plug can show up as hard starting, a rough idle or a misfire. Those symptoms also come from ignition coils, wiring or fuel delivery, so with the engine off and cool, look at the electrode for wear and the insulator for cracks before you replace the plug.
Fits
DENSO lists this plug for a wide range of Toyota, Lexus and Nissan models. The same spark plug fits the 1985-1988 Nissan Maxima V6 3.0L and the 1992-1993 Lexus ES300 V6 3.0L. If your car is not named here, find it in the Vehicles it fits section on this page.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Thread diameter: 14 mm
- Reach: 19 mm
- Hex size: 16 mm
- Seat type: Flat
- Heat range: 20
- Pre-gap: 1.1 mm
- Quantity per vehicle: 6 on the V6 engines, 4 on the four-cylinder engines
Build and materials
- Center electrode: copper core, nickel tip
- Ground electrode: nickel core, U-Groove tip design, standard ground configuration
- Resistance: 5000 ohms
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One spark plug. The V6 engines in the fitment take six plugs and the four-cylinder engines take four, so plan the quantity to match your engine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right spark plug for a 1988-1991 Toyota Camry V6 2.5L?
Yes. DENSO Auto Parts 3009 is listed for the 1988-1991 Toyota Camry V6 2.5L and the 1992-1993 Camry V6 3.0L. Other cars are in the Vehicles it fits section.
Is the DENSO 3009 sold as a single plug or a set?
This listing is one spark plug. The V6 engines in the fitment take six and the four-cylinder engines take four, so buy the amount your engine needs.
What are the thread size, reach and gap on the DENSO Auto Parts 3009?
The DENSO Auto Parts 3009 has a 14 mm thread, a 19 mm reach, a flat seat and a 16 mm hex. It comes pre-gapped at 1.1 mm and has a heat range of 20.
Does this spark plug have built-in resistance?
Yes. This plug is rated at 5000 ohms of resistance, and its center electrode has a copper core with a nickel tip.
What does the U-Groove on this plug's ground electrode do?
The patented U-Groove cut into the ground electrode is made to give a larger flame front, which improves how readily the mixture ignites.
