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5.4 SPARK PLUG SERVICE
NOTE
Do not rinse spark plug in water. Follow guidelines and be careful not to
overtighten the spark plug
Tighten ½ turn when installing a new spark plug.
Tighten ¼ turn when re-installing an old spark plug.
1.
Disconnect and remove the spark plug using a wrench.
2.
Inspect the spark plug and clean any dirt from the electrodes with a wire
brush. If electrodes are worn or show signs of wear, replace spark plug.
3.
Measure the electrode gap with a spark plug gauge and adjust as
necessary by bending the side electrodes. Ensure that the gap is between
0.7 and 0.8mm.
4.
Reinsert the plug carefully. Tighten with a spark plug wrench.
OIL LEVEL
Wing nut
Air Cleaner Cover
Air Filter
Grid
Electrode Gap
0.028 - 0.031 in
(0.7 - 0.8 mm)
Spark Plug
OIL LEVEL
Wing nut
Air Cleaner Cover
Air Filter
Grid
Electrode Gap
0.028 - 0.031 in
(0.7 - 0.8 mm)
Spark Plug
HWP & HWT
SERIES
