Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Spark Plug Wire Boots & Plugs (Left Side)

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Remove the engine cover, if required. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
If required, remove the appropriate left side spark plug wire boot(s) (2) from the spark plug(s).
1. Twist the spark plug boot 1/2 turn.
2. Pull ONLY on the spark plug boot or use a tool designed for this purpose in order to remove the spark plug wire boot from the spark plug.

Fig 2: Identifying Spark Plug Wire Boots & Plugs (Right Side)

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If required, remove the appropriate right side spark plug wire boot(s) (1) from the spark plug(s).
1. Twist the spark plug boot 1/2 turn.
2. Pull ONLY on the spark plug boot or use a tool designed for this purpose in order to remove the spark plug wire boot from the spark plug.

Fig 3: Identifying Left Side Spark Plugs

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If required, loosen the appropriate left side spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
Brush or air blast away any dirt from around the spark plug.
Remove the appropriate left side spark plug (1). If removing more than 1 plug, place each plug in a tray marked with the corresponding cylinder number.

Fig 4: Identifying Right Side Spark Plugs

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If required, loosen the appropriate right side spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
Brush or air blast away any dirt from around the spark plug.
Remove the appropriate right side spark plug (1). If removing more than 1 plug, place each plug in a tray marked with the corresponding cylinder number.