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MAINTENANCE
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Removal
A hot exhaust system and engine can cause serious burns. Wear protective
gloves when removing a spark plug for inspection.
1. Remove the spark plug cap.
2. Use the spark plug wrench
to remove the spark plug.
Turn the plug
counterclockwise to
remove it.
3. Inspect the electrodes for
wear and carbon buildup.
Replace worn or fouled
plugs. Verify that the gap is
at specification before
installation.
4. Reinstall the spark plug.
Torque to specification. See
page 98.
5. Reinstall the spark plug cap.