Spark Plug Cable Inspection

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 2.7 D, AWDSECTION Spark Plug Cable Inspection
  1. Remove suspect cylinder's spark plug cable.
  2. Visually/physically inspect the following items:
    • Damage, crack and flashover
  3. Measure the resistance of the spark plug cable referring to specification.

    Specification: Spark plug cable (kΩ): 5.6kΩ /m +/- 20%

    SPARK PLUG CABLE SPECIFICATIONS

    SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
    No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5 No. 6
    4.39~6.59 2.28~3.43 3.49~5.24 1.9~2.86 3.25~4.87 1.3~1.95
    NOTE: Resistance should not be higher than 10,000Ω per foot of cable. If resistance is higher than specification, replace the cable.
  4. Is resistance within the specification?

    YES 

    NO 



  1. Remove suspect cylinder's spark plugs.
  2. Visually/physically inspect the following items:
    • Damaged insulation, Worn electrodes, Oil or fuel fouled, Loose terminals and cracks.
    • Check for plug gap: 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in.)
    • Check if the spark plug for the relevant cylinder is lighter in color than the other plugs.
  3. Was a problem found in any of the above areas?

    YES 

    NO 

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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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.