Spark Plug Socket NEO tools 3/8" 16x90mm (11-153)

NEO tools spark plug socket with 3/8" drive, 16 mm diameter and 90 mm length is designed for removal and installation of standard 16 mm spark plugs in automotive engines. The 90 mm length gives extended reach to access recessed spark plugs in cylinder heads, while the 3/8" drive makes it compatible with common ratchets and extension bars used in workshops and mobile repair kits.

Advantages

The socket is made to provide a secure fit on 16 mm spark plug hexes, reducing the risk of slipping or rounding. Its extended 90 mm design allows work in confined areas and on engines with deep spark plug wells. Compatibility with 3/8" drives ensures interchangeability with widely used hand tools and extension adapters, enabling versatile use in both professional and DIY contexts.

Suitable for

• Removal and installation of standard 16 mm spark plugs in petrol engines
• Workshop engine maintenance and tune-ups
• Mobile and roadside spark plug replacement with 3/8" ratchets
• Accessing recessed spark plugs in multi-valve or turbocharged engines

Key specifications

• Drive size: 3/8" compatible with standard ratchets and extensions
• Spark plug socket diameter: 16 mm for standard plug hexes
• Overall length: 90 mm for extended reach into recessed wells
• Intended use: manual removal and installation of spark plugs

How to use

Select a 3/8" ratchet or extension compatible with the socket. Fit the 16 mm socket onto the spark plug hex and turn counterclockwise to loosen and remove the plug; use clockwise rotation to install a plug, taking care to start threading by hand where possible to avoid cross-threading. Use controlled torque when tightening and follow vehicle manufacturer torque specifications for final tightening.

Usage recommendations

Use the socket with an appropriate extension when spark plugs are recessed; inspect the socket and ratchet for wear before use and avoid excessive impact forces to prevent damage to the plug or tool. Follow engine manufacturer guidelines for spark plug gap and torque values.