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Plug Gap Inspection

CAUTION:
  • To avoid possible damage to the tip, do not adjust the plug gap.
  • To prevent damaging the tip, use a wire type plug gap gauge when inspecting the plug gap.
  1. Measure the spark plug gap using a wire type plug gap gauge.
    • If not within the standard specification, replace the spark plug.

    Spark plug gap 

    Standard: 0.70 - 0.85 mm {0.028 - 0.033 in}

    New spark plug (reference) : 0.70 - 0.80 mm {0.028 - 0.031 in}