Spark Plug: Service and Repair
Changing Spark Plugs (Double Platinum - Tipped Type)
1. Disconnect ignition coil harness connectors.
2. Remove ignition coils.
Spark Plug:
3. Remove spark plugs with spark plug socket.
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
Tightening Torque : 20 - 29 N.m (2.0 - 3.0 kg-m, 14 - 22 ft-lb)
5. Install ignition coils.
Tightening Torque: 34.3 - 44.1 N.m (3.5 - 4.5 kg-m, 26 - 32 ft-lb)