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Spark Plug: Service and Repair

Spark Plugs Replacement

Replace spark plugs as follows:




1. Dust oft cylinder head around spark plugs.
2. Disconnect high-tension cords at spark plugs.
To avoid inside damage of cords, DO NOT pull on cords for disconnection. Pull on caps.




3. Using a spark plug wrench, remove spark plugs.
4. Check plug gaps of new spark plugs, and adjust them to specification as necessary.

Air gap "a": 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in.)
Plug type : NGK BKR6E-11 (1.3 Liter engine)
DENSO K2OPR-U11 (1.3 Liter engine)

5. Install new spark plugs. Tighten plugs to specification.

Tightening Torque for spark plug: 28 N.m (2.8 kg-m, 20.0 lb-ft)

6. Connect high-tension cords to spark plugs. DO NOT push cords for connection. Push caps.