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6. Install the spark plug carefully, by
hand, to avoid cross-threading.
7. After the spark plug seats, tighten
w
ith a spark plug wrench to
compress the sealing washer.
If reinstalling the used spark plug,
tighten 1/8 – 1/
4 turn after the spark
plug seats.
If installing a new spark plug,
tighten 1/2
turn after the spark
plugs seat.
A loose spark plug can overheat
and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plug can
damage the threads in the cylinder
head.
8. Attach the spark plug cap.
9. Install the engine cover.
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