ACDelco GM Original Equipment Iridium Spark Plug
OE
Pack of 4

ACDelco GM Original Equipment Iridium Spark Plug

GM Part #12681664

ACDelco Part #41-101

MSRP$67.52*

ACDelco GM Original Equipment Iridium Spark Plugs are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors.

  • Iridium is the latest in spark plug technology and is an exact replacement for vehicles original components
  • Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, helps to provide excellent wear resistance and durability
  • Iridium offers excellent engine idle stability, reliable cold starting, quick acceleration and smooth performance

Pack of 4

About this product

ACDelco GM Original Equipment Iridium Spark Plugs are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. They are our latest in spark plug technology and an exact replacement for your vehicle's original components. Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, and provides excellent wear resistance and durability. ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional.

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  • Iridium is the latest in spark plug technology and is an exact replacement for vehicles original components
  • Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, helps to provide excellent wear resistance and durability
  • Iridium offers excellent engine idle stability, reliable cold starting, quick acceleration and smooth performance
  • Three Piece Fired in Suppressor seal meters spark energy for long electrode life, helps prevent combustion leakage and helps block radio frequencies that can affect vehicle electronics
  • Iridium plugs are laser-welded which provides precision welds, reduces excess debris and wear rate, thus increasing durability
  • Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional
  • ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors.
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies

Product Specifications

Gap Size0.06 in / 1.5 mm
ClassificationOE
Reach0.69 in / 17.5 mm
Insulator Height2.07 in / 52.5 mm
Seat TypeTapered
Center Electrode Tip MaterialIridium
Ground ConfigurationStandard
Ground Electrode Quantity1
Resistor TypeYes
Ground Electrode Tip DesignStandard
Washer IncludedNo
Hex Size16 MM
Manufacturer Heat Range4

84 Months/Unlimited Miles Limited Warranty (Parts Only). First 24 Months Labor Included. See ACDelco.com for more details.

Please visit our warranty page on Gmparts.com for full warranty details.

Visually inspect spark plugs for signs of wear. Follow these steps for removing spark plugs for inspection, servicing or replacement:

  • Grasp the spark plug boot and gently rotate it 90 degrees counterclockwise. Pull the spark plug boot and cable away from the spark plug. If necessary, use a spark plug boot removing tool. DO NOT grab or violently pull spark plug cables
  • Brush or air blast dirt away from the well areas before removing spark plugs. CAUTION: Use goggles to protect eyes from debris when applying compressed air to spark plug wells.
  • Use the correct deep socket size to loosen each spark plug one or two turns. NOTE: To remove spark plugs from aluminum heads, allow the engine to cool. The heat of the engine, in combination with a spark plug that is still hot, may cause the spark plug threads to strip the cylinder head upon removal.
  • Remove each spark plug and place each one in a tray by cylinder number. This will help identify and relate any unusual condition to the cylinder involved.
  • Apply dielectric grease into the boot area to reduce the chance of exterior tracking on the buttress tower of the spark plug. This grease also promotes a good heat transfer between the spark terminal screw and boot terminal.
  • Before installing new spark plugs, use a gap guide to make sure your new spark plugs have the correct gap. NOTE: ACDelco GM OE Iridium Spark Plugs are pre-gapped during manufacturing. Never attempt to gap an ACDelco GM OE Iridium Spark Plug. You could damage the spark plug. Replace any incorrectly gapped ACDelco GM OE Iridium Spark Plugs with plugs that are correctly gapped.
  • Install spark plugs or glow plugs to the proper torque per the manufacturers’ specification.

Signs of wear for spark plugs include but are not limited to:

  • Your engine having trouble starting, hesitating, or cutting out
  • Lack of acceleration or loss of speed when driving uphill under load
  • Cracks in the upper or lower portion of the spark plug insulator
  • Chipped or broken insulator tips
  • Damaged spark plug boots

ModelBody StyleTrimYear(s)
Astro1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Blazer1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
C15001996, 1997, 1998, 1999
C1500 Suburban1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
C25001996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this interval depends on what type of spark plug your vehicle requires. Refer to your owner’s manual or contact your vehicle’s manufacturer for more information.

Yes, if it is the scheduled time for spark plug replacement. It is okay to replace one spark plug if it is fouled or damaged prior to scheduled maintenance, provided the source of the damage is found and corrected.

Yes. Diesel engines require glow plugs because diesel engines operate differently than gas engines. ACDelco Professional Glow Plugs are specially designed to give diesel engines the heat they need for their cold starts. Refer to your owner’s manual or contact your vehicle’s manufacturer for more information.

Yes. When ACDelco spark plugs are manufactured, they are pre-gapped to the correct gap specification.

Not always, but you should inspect your spark plug wires for wear when replacing your spark plugs. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual or contact the manufacturer for more information.

Yes, pre-ignition can cause serious damage to your engine. Pre-ignition is the ignition of fuel before the actual spark occurs, which causes a rapid temperature rise in the combustion chamber that can damage engine components and melt spark plug electrodes. Causes of pre-ignition include but are not limited to a buildup of deposits that can become incandescent in the combustion chamber, improper installation torque being applied to spark plugs, and having spark plugs with a heat range that is too hot for the engine’s operating condition.

No, cleaning your old spark plugs is not recommended. Dirty, fouled spark plugs may also have broken or chipped insulator tips, worn electrodes, or worn or missing side wires. These conditions severely affect spark plug performance. Replace your dirty, fouled spark plugs with new ACDelco spark plugs.

Yes, ACDelco has marine spark plugs for many applications.