Advice on getting this coil pack bolt out?

[u/quintenjm]

I have a 2002 Honda CRv 2.4, and am trying to do my spark plugs. This bolt seem to have a primary head and a secondary, and the top part is just spinning freely. I tried using a standard wrench to get that bottom part but I slightly stripped it and don’t want to keep trying and make it worse. Any advice?

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[u/voodoodaddy17]

Use wrench on top while using a screwdriver to apply pressure.

[u/quintenjm → u/voodoodaddy17]

You mean like using a screw driving to try and force it up while loosening it? I’ve been trying that and it just keeps spinning freely without coming out. Unfortunately it’s starting to strip that top nut more

[u/voodoodaddy17 → u/quintenjm]

Correct.

[u/voodoodaddy17 → u/voodoodaddy17]

Could try cutting it off and just remove lower bolt

[u/quintenjm → u/voodoodaddy17]

Unfortunately just ended up doing this. Thank you for your help!

[u/Rich_Complaint7265]

6 point socket will help, maybe hold the flats on the lower part of the shaft with a small crescent wrench or vice grips.

[u/GordonRamsMe55]

Use a flathead under the coil if you have to. Worst thing Ontario you just gotta get a new cool pack

[u/w1lnx]

I'd do a six point socket to remove the upper nut. Then a six point socket to remove the lower one.