SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
1.
•
Remove:
•
Spark plug cap
Spark plug
CAUTION:
Before removing the spark plug, use com-
pressed air to blow away any dirt accumu-
lated in the spark plug wells to prevent it
from falling into the cylinder.
1.
•
Check:
Spark plug type
Incorrect → Replace.
Standard spark plug:
CR8E (NGK)
2.
•
Inspect:
Electrode
1
•
Wear / damage → Replace.
③
Insulator
2
Abnormal color → Replace.
Normal color is a medium-to-light tan col-
or.
2.
•
Clean:
Spark plug
(with spark plug cleaner or wire brush)
3.
•
Measure:
Spark plug gap
3
(with a plug gauge)
Out of specification → Adjust gap.
Spark
gap:
6.
•
Install:
0.6 1.7 mm
Spark plug
NOTE:
Before installing a spark plug, clean the gasket
surface and plug surface.