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5. Spark Plugs (Replace)

CAUTION: Iridium plugs are used. Use care not to damage the iridium and platinum tips of the plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
  1. Spark plugs must spark properly to assure proper engine performance and reduce exhaust emission level. Therefore, they should be replaced periodically with new ones.

    Spark plug type

    SPARK PLUGS (REPLACE) MAKER

    MAKER IDENTIFICATION NO.
    NGK ILFR7H
  2. The new plugs should be checked for the proper gap.

    Spark plug gap: 0.5 -0.6 mm (0.020 -0.024 inch) 

  3. Install the spark plugs and tighten to 25+/-5 N. m (18+/-4 ft-lb).
    Fig 1: Identifying Iridium And Platinum Tip
    G04300742Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.