Spark plugs - r+r
- Make
- Alfa Romeo
- Model
- 147 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2000–2004
- Section
- Engine ignition › Spark plugs - r+r
Spark plugs - r+r
Removing
Ensure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the negative battery terminal (-).
| Name | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | A1B |
Proceed with removal - 1016A40 ignition coil cover on cylinder head- r+r.
Proceed with removal - 5510C14 ignition coil/s - r+r.
Blow through with compressed air in the spark plug openings and remove any impurities or traces of dirt.
1. With the engine cold, remove the small side spark plugs (1a) and the large spark plugs (1b).
Check the condition of the spark plugs and, if necessary, replace them.
Using different spark plugs from those recommended can cause damage to the engine and alter the exhaust emission levels.
Refitting
Place the large centre spark plugs (NGK BKUR6ETB) and the small side ones (NGK CR7ECK) back in their housings and tighten them to the recommended torque.
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIDE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 1.0 ÷ 1.3 |
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 2.3 ÷ 2.8 |
Place the large centre spark plugs (NGK BKR6EKPA) and the small side ones (NGK PMR7A) back in their housings and tighten them to torque.
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIDE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 1.0 ÷ 1.3 |
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 2.3 ÷ 2.8 |
Proceed with refitting - 5510C14 ignition coil/s - r+r.
Proceed with refitting - 1016A40 ignition coil cover on cylinder head- r+r.
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Place the large centre spark plugs (NGK BKR6EKPA) and the small side ones (NGK PMR7A) back in their housings and tighten them to torque.
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIDE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 1.0 ÷ 1.3 |
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRE SPARK PLUG | M10 | (Cylinder head side) 2.3 ÷ 2.8 |
Proceed with refitting - 5510C14 ignition coil/s - r+r.
Proceed with refitting - 1016A40 ignition coil cover on cylinder head- r+r.
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Removing
Ensure that the ignition key is in the OFF position, then disconnect the negative battery terminal (-).
| Name | Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | A1B |
Proceed with removal - 1016A42 left hand cylinder head ignition coil cover - r+r.
Proceed with removal - 5510C16 left hand cylinder head ignition coil - r+r.
Proceed with removal - 1072B50 sleeves connecting air capacity box to inlet manifold is - r+r.
Proceed with removal - 5510C18 right hand cylinder head ignition coil - r+r.
Blow compressed air through the spark plug sockets to remove any foreign bodies or traces of dirt.
1. With the engine cold, unscrew and remove the spark plugs.
Plug the spark plug sockets to prevent impurities from entering the system.
Check the condition of the engine spark plugs and, when necessary, replace them.
Using different spark plugs from those recommended can cause damage to the engine and alter the exhaust emission levels.
Refitting
Place the spark plugs back in their housings and tighten them to the recommended torque.
| Fastening | Component | Ø | Value (daNm) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPARK PLUGS | M14 | (Cylinder head side) 2.4 ÷ 3.0 |
Proceed with refitting - 5510C18 right hand cylinder head ignition coil - r+r.
Proceed with refitting - 1072B50 sleeves connecting air capacity box to inlet manifold is - r+r.
Proceed with refitting - 5510C16 left hand cylinder head ignition coil - r+r.
Proceed with refitting - 1016A42 left hand cylinder head ignition coil cover - r+r.
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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