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Spark Plug Check And Cleaning

CAUTION:
  • Do not attempt to adjust the gap of the iridium plug.
  • Cleaning of the iridium plug may result in damage to the iridium and platinum tips. Therefore, if carbon deposits must be removed, use a plug cleaner and complete cleaning within 20 seconds to protect the electrode. Do not use a wire brush.

Check the plug gap and replace if the limit is exceeded.

Standard value: 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 inch) 

Limit: 1.3 mm (0.051 inch) 

Fig 1: Checking Plug Gap
G01871235Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.