Installation Procedure

Properly position each spark plug washer.
Inspect each spark plug gap. Adjust each plug as needed.
Specification: Spark plug gap: 1.524 mm (0.060 in).

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Hand start the spark plugs in the corresponding cylinders.

Fig 1: View Of Spark Plug And Sparkplug Seat
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Tighten the spark plugs.
Tighten:
- For used heads tighten the spark plugs to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- For new aluminum heads tighten the spark plugs to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- For new iron heads tighten the spark plugs to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement .