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Spark Plug: Service and Repair

SPARK PLUGS

Exploded View


LH Side:






RH Side:






Removal and Installation
1. Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs.

2. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.

Remove the spark plugs.
- To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).

3. Inspect the spark plugs.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Adjust the spark plug gap on gasoline engines to 1.32-1.42 mm (0.052-0.056 in).
- Adjust the spark plug gap on flexible fuel engines to 1.04-1.19 mm (0.041-0.047 in).