Service Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-13

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

Electrical System

Spark Plug Cleaning and Inspection

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Remove the spark plug (See Electrical System chapter).

If the plug is oily or has carbon build up on it, clean the plug using a

high ﬂash-point solvent and a wire brush or other suitable tool.

If the spark plug electrodes are corroded or damaged, or if the

insulator is cracked, replace the plug. Use the standard spark plug

or its equivalent.

[A] Insulator

[B] Center Electrode

[C] Plug Gap

[D] Side Electrode

Spark Plug Gap Inspection

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Measure the gap with a wire-type thickness gauge.

If the gap is incorrect, carefully bend the side electrode with a suitable

tool to obtain the correct gap.

Spark Plug Gap

Standard: 0.75 mm (0.030 in.)