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Spark Plug: Testing and Inspection

Checking Spark Plug For Wear, Damage, Or Deposits

1.

Remove spark plug wire and spark plug.

Visual Spark Plug Inspection

2.

Inspect the spark plug for:

a. Improper gap
b. Carbon deposits
c. Cracked center electrode insulator
d. Burned or worn electrodes (may be caused by):

Excessive mileage
Lean fuel mixture
Advanced ignition timing
Loose spark plug
Plug heat range too high
Insufficient Cooling

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