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Maintenance Cont.
Note:
• Below 40º F (4º C) the use of SAE 30 will result
in hard starting.
• Above 80º F (27º C) the use of 10W-30 may
cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level
more frequently
Checking the Spark Plug
• Remove the Engine Service Panel to gain
access to the spark plug.
• Remove the plug wire from the spark plug.
• Before removing the spark plug, clean the area
around its base to prevent debris from entering
the engine.
• Insert a 19mm, 6-point, deep-well spark plug
socket wrench through the opening on the
outside of the cover. Turn the wrench counter
-clockwise to loosen and remove spark plug.
• Check for discoloration and clean carbon
deposits from the electrode with a wire brush.
• Check the electrode gap and slowly adjust to
0.024-0.028 in. (0.6 - 0.7mm) if necessary.
• Reinstall spark plug and tighten to 15 ft-lbs
(20.0Nm) of torque.
• If spark plug is worn, replace only with an
equivalent type. Spark plug should be replaced
annually regardless of apparent condition.
• Reconnect spark plug wire, firmly, until it clicks
into place.
Standard Spark Plug
• Torch F6TC/F6RTC
Spark Plug Gap
• 0.024-0.028 in. (0.6-0.7 mm)
Spark Plug Torque
• 15 ft-lbs (20.0 Nm)
Pull off spark plug cover.
