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Figure 44
1.
Spark plug
2.
Wire
4.
Clean around the spark plug.
5.
Rotate the spark plug counterclockwise using a 21 mm
(13/16 inch) spark-plug wrench to remove the plug
and the sealing washer (
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Figure 45
Checking the Spark Plug
Important:
Do not clean the spark plug. Always replace
the spark plug when it has: a black coating, worn
electrodes, and oily film, or cracks.
Note:
If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the
engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator
usually means that the air cleaner is dirty.
Set the gap to 0.7 to 0.8 mm (0.028 to 0.031 inch).
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Figure 46
Installing the Spark Plug
Important:
Ensure that the gap between the side and
center electrodes is correct before installing the spark
plug.
1.
Thread the spark plug clockwise into the spark-plug
hole by hand.
Note:
Avoid cross-threading the spark plug with the
threads of the spark-plug hole.
2.
Rotate the spark plug clockwise using a 21 mm (13/16
inch) spark-plug wrench until the plug and sealing
washer are seated (
).
3.
Tighten the spark plug as follows:
•
When installing an
in-service
spark plug, tighten
the plug an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn.
•
When installing a
new
spark plug, tighten the plug
an additional 1/2 turn.
4.
Push the spark-plug wire onto the terminal of the spark
plug (
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