
6.3.3 Spark plug – Installation
Preconditions
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Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
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Open protective packing of new spark plug only immediately prior to installation.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
Torque wrench, 10-60 Nm
F30452769
1
Special wrench, 20.8 mm
F30452574
1
Assembly compound (Molykote P 37)
50564
1
Spark plug
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Sealing ring
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Spark plug connector with ignition line
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
Tab washer
(→ Spare Parts Catalog)
DANGER
Live components, flash-over.
Risk of serious injury - danger to life!
• During operation, do not touch ignition cable except with insulated glove (at least class 4)!
WARNING
Component is hot.
Risk of burning!
• Wear protective gloves.
WARNING
Compressed air gun ejects a jet of pressurized air.
Risk of injury to eyes and damage to hearing, risk of rupturing internal organs.
• Never direct air jet at people.
• Always wear safety goggles/face mask and ear defenders.
Installing spark plug
1.
Clean and dry the mating surfaces on spark
plug (1), sealing ring (2) and cylinder head.
2.
Fit new sealing ring (2) on spark plug (1)
with the flat side facing the isolator.
3.
Check condition of spark plug connector
and ignition cable, replace parts if dam-
aged.
4.
Apply thin coat of assembly compound to
spark plug.
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