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Spark Plug: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Gap Gauging Tool

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Check and adjust the spark plug gap with a gap gauging tool (1). Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 2: Spark Plug Tube
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CAUTION:
Special care should be taken when installing spark plugs into the cylinder head spark plug wells. Be sure the plugs do not drop into the plug wells as electrodes can be damaged.

CAUTION:
The spark plug tubes (1) are a thin wall design. Avoid damaging the spark plug tubes. Damage to the spark plug tube can result in oil leaks.
Start the spark plug into the cylinder head by hand to avoid cross threading.
Tighten the spark plugs to 16 N.m (12 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Ignition Coil, Connector & Bolt
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NOTE:
Number 1 cylinder ignition coil shown in illustration, all others similar.
Install the ignition coil (3). Refer to COIL, IGNITION, INSTALLATION .