Spark Plugs

SPARK PLUG TYPE

Application

Bosch

Champion

All Models ⁽¹⁾

W7DTC

N8GY

⁽¹⁾	On 2.2L turbo models, WR7DS (Bosch) or N9BYC (Champion) may also be used.

SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS

Application	Gap In. (mm)	Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
2.2L Turbo	.024-.032 (.6-.8)	14 (19)
2.3L	.027-.035 (.8-.9)	15 (20)

Fig 1: 5-Cylinder Firing Order & Distributor Rotation

NOTE: Ignition timing, idle speed and idle mixture MUST be checked/adjusted together. See ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section.

IGNITION TIMING

Application

Setting (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)

2.2L Turbo (Man. Trans.) ⁽¹⁾

TDC @ 750-850

2.3L

Checking Value

13-17 @ 720-860

Adjusting Value

14-16 @ 720-860

⁽¹⁾	Idle speed for automatic transmission is 670-770 RPM.

Fig 2: Ignition Timing Mark Location (All Engines)

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