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7.
Lift out the coil.
8.
Use a 5/8” spark plug socket and an extension
to loosen and remove the spark plug. In the
photo below, we used a 3/8” drive with a 6” long
5/8” spark plug socket on a 2 1/2” extension.
9.
Lift out the spark plug and cover the cylinder
head hole with a clean rag.
10. Inspect the spark plug.
If in doubt concerning
the condition of the spark plug, consult an
authorized Cannondale Motorsports Dealer.
The simple answer is to replace an old spark
plug with a new one anytime you remove it, but
since the spark plug is a valuable indicator of
engine operating characteristics it is extremely
important to have it evaluated by a skilled
service technician. Consult an authorized
Cannondale Motorsports Dealer.
The spark plug gap (a) must be measured with
a wire gauge or feeler gauge. If the gap is out
1. Coil
1. 2 1/2” long extension
2. 6” long 5/8” spark plug socket
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1
2
1. Spark plug
2. Hole
1. Center electrode
2. Ground electrodes
3. Threads
4. Insulator
5. Sealing washer
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2
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(2)
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