Spark Plug Inspection: Cleaning

CAUTION:

Carbon may adhere to the tip of the spark plug during vehicle delivery or repeated short distance driving during the winter time. If there is any malfunction such as rough idling or start difficulty due to carbon adhesion causing plug fouling, burn off the carbon by no-load racing the engine.
When performing the no-load racing, apply the side brake and foot brake, move the selector lever to the P position to prevent serious injury.
To avoid possible damage to the spark plug tip, do not use a wire brush for cleaning.

NOTE:

To avoid possible damage to the tip, use gasoline to clean the spark plugs after removing dirt.

If there is carbon adhering to the spark plug, perform no-load racing at 3,000 rpm for 3 min.