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Removal and Installation

SPARK PLUGS







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Remover, Spark Plug Wire:






Special Tool(s)

Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.







2. CAUTION: It is important to twist the spark plug wire boot while pulling upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wire.

NOTE: Spark plug wires must be connected to the correct spark plug. Mark the spark plug wires for installation reference.

With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

3. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the spark plug wells before removing the spark plugs.

Remove the spark plugs.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).

4. Use a suitable spark plug gap tool to check and adjust the spark plug gap.

5. NOTE: Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire boots.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.