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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2020CR-V HYBRID EXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETUNE-UPIGNITION SYSTEM - SERVICE INFORMATION (HYBRID)#INSPECTION
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid EX
Ignition Coil and Spark Plug Removal, Installation, and Inspection: Inspection
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid EXSECTION #Inspection
- Spark Plug - Inspect
NOTE: - Do not adjust the spark plug gap, because the electrode may be damaged.
- Replace the spark plug according to the maintenance schedule.
- Replace the spark plug with a spark plug from another cylinder if abnormality is suspected, and confirm the change in circumstances.
- Measure the iridium plug gap with the plug gap gauge (wire type).
- Do not use a wire brush or scrape the iridium electrode since this will damage the electrode.
1. Inspect the electrodes and the ceramic insulator.
- Burned or worn electrodes may be caused by these conditions:
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- Advanced ignition timing
- Loose spark plug
- Plug heat range too hot
- Insufficient cooling
- Fouled plugs may be caused by these conditions:
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- Retarded ignition timing
- Oil in combustion chamber
- Incorrect spark plug gap
- Plug heat range too cold
- Excessive idling/low speed running
- Clogged air cleaner element
- Deteriorated ignition coils
Electrode Gap (New) Standard (New): 1.0-1.1 mm (0.039-0.043 in)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.