Spark Plug: Service and Repair

1. Disconnect ignition coil harness connectors.
2. Remove ignition coils.

3. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket.







Spark Plug
Gap (Nominal): 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Use standard type spark plug for normal condition.
The hot type spark plug is suitable when fouling occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditions such as:
- frequent engine starts
- low ambient temperatures

The cold type spark plug is suitable when spark knock occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditions such as:
- extended highway driving
- frequent high engine revolution




- Do not use a wire brush for cleaning.
- If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may be used.

Cleaner air pressure:
Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/sq.cm, 85 psi).
Cleaning time:
Less than 20 seconds.




- Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change intervals.

4. Install spark plugs.
Spark Plug
With tightening Torque: 20 - 29 Nm (2.0 - 3.0 kg.m, 14 - 22 ft.lb)
5. Install ignition coils.
6. Connect ignition coil harness connectors.