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Spark Plug Check And Cleaning

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CAUTION:
  • Do not attempt to adjust the gap of the iridium plug.
  • Cleaning of the iridium plug may result in damage to the iridium and platinum tips. Therefore, if carbon deposits must be removed, use a plug cleaner and complete cleaning within 20 seconds to protect the electrode. Do not use a wire brush.

Check the plug gap and replace if the limit is exceeded.

  1. Standard value: 0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 inch) Limit: 0.85 mm (0.033 inch) 
Fig 1: Checking Plug Gap
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