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MAINTENANCE
7. Measure the plug gaps with a feeler
gauge. Correct the gap, if
necessary, by carefully bending the
side electrode.
The gaps should be: 1.0 – 1.1 mm
(0.039 – 0.043 in)
8. Thread the plugs in by hand to
prevent cross threading.
9. After the spark plugs are seated,
tighten with a spark plug wrench to
compress the washers.
TIGHTENING TORQUE:
18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m , 13 lbf·ft)
If installing new spark plugs, tighten
1/2 turn after the spark plug seats to
compress the washers.
If reinstalling used spark plugs,
tighten 1/8
–
1/4 turn after the spark
plug seats to compress the washers.
The spark plugs must be securely
tightened. An improperly tightened
plug can become very hot and may
cause engine damage.
10. Install the ignition coil. Reinstall
the bolt.
11. Push the wire connector onto the
ignition coil. Make sure it locks in
place.
12. Repeat this procedure for the
other five spark plugs.
13. Reinstall the engine cover.
1.0 – 1.1 mm
(0.039 – 0.043 in)
SIDE ELECTRODE
WASHER
INSULATOR
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