SPARK PLUG INSPECTION [F2]


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Specification

Spark plug type
B601 18 110 (BPR5ES-11), FE79 18 110 (BPR6ES-11)
B602 18 110 (W16EXR-U11), FE82 18 110 (W20EXR-U11)

Plug Gap Inspection/Adjustment

1.  Measure the spark plug gap.

•  If not within the specification, adjust the spark plug gap.
Spark plug gap
1.0—1.1 mm {0.040—0.043 in}


Cleaning

Note
•  If there is no spark plug cleaner when cleaning the spark plug, remove the dirt from the spark plug completely and wash with gasoline.

1.  If there is carbon adhering to the spark plug, clean it with a wire brush and remove the carbon.


Visual inspection

1.  Inspect the following items:

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•  If any of the following malfunction are indicated, replace the spark plug.
―  Insulator breakage
―  Worn electrode
―  Damaged gasket
―  Badly burned insulator (sparking side)


Resistance Inspection

1.  Measure the resistance of the spark plug using a tester as shown in the figure.

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•  If not within the specification, replace the spark plug.
Spark plug resistance [25°C {77 °F}]
3.0—7.5 kilohms