Maintenance 36 – HONDA HRS216SDA User Manual

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Spark Plug Service

Refer to page 46 for replacement spark plug numbers.

NOTICE

An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage.

For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and
free of deposits.

1. Disconnect the spark plug cap

and remove dirt from the area.
Use a spark plug wrench to
remove the spark plug.

2. Inspect the plug; replace it if the

electrodes are worn, or if the
insulator is cracked or chipped.
Clean plug completely if you
are going to reuse it.

3. Set the gap to 0.028 ~ 0.031 in

(0.7 ~ 0.8 mm).

4. After the plug seats, tighten it

as follows to seat the washer:

Old plug: to

turn

New plug:

turn

NOTICE

A loose spark plug can overheat
and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plug can
damage the threads in the cylinder
head.

7. Install the spark plug cap on the

spark plug.

MAINTENANCE

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SPARK PLUG CAP

SPARK PLUG

SPARK PLUG WRENCH

0.028 ~ 0.031 in

(0.7 ~ 0.8 mm )

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