Champion 470 Spark Plug

Champion Copper Plus 470 Spark Plug

Champion Copper Plus 470 is a tapered-seat spark plug built for dependable ignition performance and consistent heat control. Its copper core electrode improves conductivity, while the nickel center and ground electrode materials support steady wear characteristics for everyday driving.

This spark plug is a direct fit for select Chrysler, Dodge, and OE-equivalent applications, including the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Dodge Neon, and Dodge Stratus. If you are replacing a worn RE14MCC5-style plug, Champion 470 provides the correct OE-style configuration for these vehicles.

Key Features

• Copper core electrode for improved conductivity and heat management
• Nickel center electrode tip and nickel ground electrode core material
• Pre-gapped at 0.049 in / 1.25 mm
• Resistor spark plug design for ignition system noise control
• Tapered seat construction
• 14 mm thread diameter, 0.984 in reach, 0.625 in hex size
• Champion Copper Plus line for OE-style replacement service

Detailed Description

Champion 470 is part of the Copper Plus product line, a series focused on practical OE replacement performance with a copper core for conductivity and heat control. The plug uses a nickel center electrode tip, nickel ground electrode core material, and a resistor design to support stable ignition operation in everyday use. Its tapered seat and RE14MCC5 plug type make it a direct replacement choice for applications that call for this specification.

Fits 2003-2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, N/A; Fits 2008 Chrysler 300, N/A; Fits 2008 Dodge Charger, N/A; Fits 2007-2008 Dodge Magnum, N/A; Fits 2003-2005 Dodge Neon, N/A; Fits 2004-2005 Dodge Stratus, N/A. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as RE14MCC5 and SPRE14MCC5 for the same application. Champion 470 is a practical choice when servicing ignition systems on Chrysler PT Cruiser and Dodge Neon platforms that specify this plug type.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Worn spark plug electrodes that reduce ignition consistency
• Hard starting caused by degraded plug performance
• Rough idle from aged or fouled plugs
• Misfire conditions related to incorrect plug heat range or gap
• Reduced fuel efficiency from inefficient spark delivery

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle calls for plug type RE14MCC5 and a tapered seat before installation. Confirm the specified gap requirement for the application; this plug is pre-gapped at 0.049 in / 1.25 mm, and some vehicles in the fitment list note a 0.050 in gap specification. Check thread diameter, reach, and hex size against the original plug before service. Use proper spark plug removal and installation procedures to avoid thread damage in the cylinder head.

Quality Assurance

Champion Copper Plus plugs are built around a copper core electrode for conductivity and heat control, with nickel electrode materials for dependable wear characteristics. The 470 part number is an OE-style replacement option for select Chrysler and Dodge applications that specify this configuration.