PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > Spark Plug

REPLACEMENT

1. SOHC MODEL

1. Remove the intake duct and intake chamber.

2. Disconnect the spark plug cord.

3. Remove the spark plug with a plug-wrench.

4. Install a new spark plug.

Spark plug:

2.5 L Non-turbo model

NGK: PFR5B-11

Spark plug gap:

1.0 — 1.1 mm (0.039 — 0.043 in)

5. Tighten the spark plug lightly with hand, and then secure with a plug-wrench to the specified torque.

Tightening torque:

21±3 N·m (2.14±0.31 kgf-m, 15.49±2.21 ft-lb)

NOTE:

Be sure to place the gasket between the cylinder head and spark plug.

If the torque wrench is not available, tighten the spark plug until gasket contacts cylinder head; then tighten further 1/4 to 1/2 turns.

2. EXCEPT FOR SOHC MODEL

1. Remove the spark plug.

2. Install a new spark plug.

Spark plug:

2.0 L Non-turbo model

NGK: ILFR6B

2.5 L Turbo model

NGK: ILFR6B

Spark plug gap:

0.7 — 0.8 mm (0.028 — 0.031 in)