PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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To install a spark plug
1. Measure the spark plug gap with a
wire thickness gauge and, if neces-
sary, adjust the gap to specification.
2. Clean the surface of the spark
plug gasket and its mating sur-
face, and then wipe off any grime
from the spark plug threads.
3. Install the spark plug with the
spark plug wrench, and then tight-
en it to the specified torque.
NOTE:
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If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4–1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the speci-
fied torque as soon as possible.
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4. Install the spark plug cap.
EAU01796
Canister (for California only)
This model is equipped with a canister
to prevent the discharging of fuel vapor
into the atmosphere.
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Check each hose connection.
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Check each hose and canister for
cracks or damage. Replace if
damaged.
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Make sure the vent hose is not
blocked. Clean it if necessary.
a. Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
12.5 Nm (1.25 m·kgf, 9.0 ft·lbf)
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