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Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
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Let engine cool.
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Tip seats forward.
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Raise and secure cargo box.
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Disconnect spark plug wire.
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Remove spark plug using appropriate spark plug socket.
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Inspect spark plug for:
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Cracked porcelain.
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Pitted or damaged electrodes.
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Other wear or damage.
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Clean spark plug carefully with a wire brush.
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NOTE: In Canada, replace with resistor spark plug only.
Replace spark plug if necessary.
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Check and adjust spark plug gap (A) to specification:
| Item | Measurement | Specification |
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Spark plug | Gap | 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.027 - 0.031 in.) |
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Install and tighten spark plug. Tighten to specification.
| Item | Measurement | Specification |
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Spark plug | Torque | 25 N·m (221 lb-in.) |
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Install spark plug wire.
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Lower the cargo box.
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Tip seats back.