8.3 Spark plug maintenance.
Spark plug recommendation: TORCH F7TC, NGK BP7ES, BOSCH WR3C.
1
Unplug the spark plug cap by pulling outward (as shown with the arrow in
the figure below).
2 Using the spark plug spanner, extract the spark plug by unscrewing it from
the engine (turn counter clockwise)
4 Inspect the spark plug visually. Replace with
a new one if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
Clean the electrode with a fine wire brush to
clean the filth deposits.
5 Measure the electrode distance with a gauge.
Normal value 0.6 - 0.7 mm. Adjust the opening
carefully if the value is not correct.
6
Place the spark plug again carefully, start
screwing with your hand to avoid the threads.
Once the spark plug is threaded to the end of the
thread, make the final tightening:
New spark plugs, 1/2 turn with the spark plug spanner.
1/8 to 1/4 turn used spark plugs with spark plug spanner.
7 Install the spark plug pipette or cap and close the spark plug access cover,
fixing it with the screw.
NOTE: The spark plug must be tightened firmly. A loose spark plug may
overheat and even damage the engine. Similarly, over tightening may damage
the spark plug and, worse, the engine cylinder head thread.
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