NGK 3696 Spark Plug

NGK BKR6EY V-Power Spark Plug

NGK V-Power Spark Plug 3696 is built for drivers who need a direct ignition service part with OE-style fit and consistent firing performance. This NGK spark plug uses a copper center electrode, nickel tip materials, and a standard ground configuration to support reliable combustion in select Nissan applications.

Key Features

• NGK V-Power Spark Plug line for OE-style ignition service
• Part number 3696 / BKR6EY
• Copper center electrode core material for efficient heat transfer
• Nickel center and ground electrode tip materials
• Standard ground electrode design with one ground electrode
• 5,000 ohm resistance
• Flat seat, 14.00 mm thread diameter, 0.75 reach, 5/8 hex
• Pre-gapped at .036
• Manufacturer heat range 6

Product Details

The NGK V-Power Spark Plug 3696 is part of NGK’s long-running ignition lineup, backed by the company’s OE supply experience and broad coverage across domestic and import vehicles. The V-Power design is aimed at stable spark delivery and dependable service in engines that call for the BKR6EY specification. This part cross-references Bosch 7406 for the same application.

Compatible With select Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Pickup, and Nissan D21 applications, this spark plug matches the listed OE-style service requirements for those vehicles. Use the part number 3696 when verifying the correct replacement against your existing plug specification.

Common Issues This Part Can Help Address

• Hard starting caused by worn or fouled spark plugs
• Rough idle from inconsistent ignition firing
• Misfire conditions related to aged secondary ignition components
• Reduced throttle response from degraded spark delivery
• Service interval replacement for worn OE-style plugs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine’s required plug specification before installation, including thread diameter, reach, seat type, and heat range. Check the gap against the vehicle service information before use, even though this plug is pre-gapped at .036. Install to the manufacturer’s torque specification and inspect the ignition system for worn wires, coils, or contamination that could affect plug life.

Fits 1990-1995 Nissan Pathfinder, N/A; Gap 0.032"; Actual OE Manufacturer; 30,000 mi OE Mfr Recommended Service Interval; V-Power Spark Plug. Fits 1995 Nissan Pickup, N/A; Gap 0.032"; Actual OE Manufacturer; 30,000 mi OE Mfr Recommended Service Interval; V-Power Spark Plug. Fits 1990-1994 Nissan D21, N/A; Gap 0.032"; Actual OE Manufacturer; 30,000 mi OE Mfr Recommended Service Interval; V-Power Spark Plug.

Quality Assurance

NGK is a major OE spark plug supplier with more than 80 years of automotive manufacturing experience and broad coverage for automotive, motorcycle, marine, and small engine applications. The brand’s OE-focused production standards support consistent fit and service performance for the listed Nissan applications.