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Spark Plug: Service and Repair

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTE:Be sure spark plugs thread smoothly into cylinder head assemblies and are fully seated. Crossthreading or failing to fully seat spark plugs can cause overheating of spark plugs, exhaust blow-by, or thread damage. Follow recommended torque specifications carefully. Over or under-tightening can also cause severe damage to cylinder head assemblies or spark plugs.

1. Spark plugs to cylinder head assemblies.

Tighten
Spark plugs to 15 Nm (11 lb. ft.).

2. Spark plug wire harness assemblies, routed properly as noted during removal.