Spark Plug: Service and Repair

Ignition System:

Ignition System:

Spark Plug

REMOVAL

RH SIDE




1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the air cleaner case.




3. Remove the spark plug cords by pulling the boot. (Do not pull the cord itself.)




4. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug socket.

LH SIDE
1. Remove the battery.




2. Remove the spark plug cords by pulling the boot. (Do not pull the cord itself.)




3. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug socket.

INSTALLATION

RH SIDE
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque: 21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.2 ft-lb)

NOTE: The above torque should be only applied to new spark plugs without oil on their threads. In case their threads are lubricated, the torque should be reduced by approx. 1/3 of the specified torque in order to avoid over-stressing.

LH SIDE
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque: 21 N.m (2.1 kgf-m, 15.2 ft-lb)

NOTE: The above torque should be only applied to new spark plugs without oil on their threads. In case their threads are lubricated, the torque should be reduced by approx. 1/3 of the specified torque in order to avoid over-stressing.