Specifications

MAINTENANCE

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IMPORTANT: The color of the plug may not accurately reflect

its condition. To accurately diagnose a faulty plug, inspect the

precious metal on the plug's electrode. If no precious metal is

visible, replace the plug.

a - Precious metal

Set the spark plug gap. Refer to Specifications.

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a. All of the spark plugs should have the gap checked and

corrected as necessary before installation.

b. Measure the gap with a feeler gauge or pin gauge. Never

use a wedge‑type gap checking tool to inspect or to

adjust the gap.

c. If an adjustment is necessary, do not pry or apply any

force on the center electrode. This is critical with any type

of spark plug that has a wear surface, such as platinum

or iridium added to either the ground electrode or the

center electrode.

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