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Spark Plug Inspection
You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug. Dirty or worn spark plugs can cause poor perfor- mance.
åSpark plug ∫ Spark plug cap
1.Check for discoloration and heavy carbon deposits. The normal electrode color will be tan. If it is not, replace it.
2.Check the spark plug type, and check the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge.
Standard spark plug:
BPR2ES or BPR4ES
Spark plug gap:
0.028 ˜ 0.031 in (0.7 ˜ 0.8 mm)
åGap
3.Clean the gasket and plug sur- faces and install the spark plug fin- ger tight before tightening to the following torque:
Spark plug torque: 14.5 ft.lb
(20 Nm, 2.0 m.kg)
WARNING
When removing or installing the spark plug, be careful not to dam- age the insulator. A damaged insu- lator could allow external sparks, which could lead to explosion or fire.
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