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GENERAL
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NOTE:
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Before installing the spark plug, clean the
gasket surface and spark plug surface.
Also, it is suggested to apply a thin film of
anti-seize compound to the spark plug
thread to prevent thread seizure.
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If a torque wrench is not available, a good
estimate of the correct tightening torque is
to finger tighten
a
the spark plug and then
tighten it another 1/4 to 1/2 of a turn
b
.
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Always use a new spark plug gasket.
Compression pressure measurement
NOTE:
Insufficient compression pressure will
result in performance loss.
1. Check:
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Valve clearance
Out of specification
→
Adjust.
Refer to “Valve clearance”.
2. Start the engine and let it warm up for
several minutes.
3. Turn off the engine.
4. Remove:
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Spark plug
c
C
Before removing the spark plug, use com-
pressed air to blow away any dirt accumu-
lated in the spark plug well to prevent it
from falling into the cylinder.
Compression gauge:
YU-33223
90890-03160
b
a
377-004
5. Attach:
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Compression gauge
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