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Spark Plug: Service and Repair




Removal / Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the ignition coil.
a. LH: Remove the charge air cooler.
b. RH: Remove the solenoid bracket assembly.
c. Remove the ignition coil.
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque: 15-22 Nm (11-16 ft.lbs.)

CAUTION:
To protect the platinum electrode:
1. Do not use a wire brush to clean the electrode.
2. Use a plug cleaner for a maximum of 20 seconds and air pressure below 589 kPa (85.0 psi).
3. Do not adjust the plug gap to protect a platinum electrode.