Spark Plug: Service and Repair

CAUTION:
The recommended change interval for the platinum tip spark plugs used in this engines is 100,000 miles. If a spark plug is removed from the engine and there is no malfunction associated with the plug, reinstall the old plug in the engine.

To avoid engine damage, do not remove spark plugs when engine is warm.

Use care when removing spark plug wire boots from spark plugs. Twist the boot 1/2 turn while removing, and pull on the boot only to remove the wire.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Ignition Key "OFF."
2. Remove foreign material from around the spark plug holes and remove the spark plugs.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Adjust spark plug gap using a spark plug feeler gage.
^ While gapping plug be sure to keep the platinum pads aligned to ensure maximum plug life.

Adjust
Spark plug gap to 1.52 mm (0.060 in.).

2. Install new plugs and tighten properly.

Tighten
Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb ft).