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The fine art of spark
plug maintenance and
cleaning…
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Spark plugs
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Spark plugs channel the electrical current for
igniting the fuel. It’s an essential part of any working combustion
engine and all modern cars.
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Components
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W E S I V P R C
Water Duct
Exhaust
camsh
aft
Spark Plug
Inlet camshaft
ValvesPisto
n
Connecting Rod
Crankshaft
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Functions
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Provide a healthy spark to efficiently burn the fuel Move heat away from the combustion chamber
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Types
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Iridium
Platinum
Copper
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Cleaning a spark plug :
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Use an extension if necessary to seat the socket on the spark plug
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Few symptoms of spark plug problems
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Symptoms
Lack of power
Excess emission
Poor fuel economyRough idle
stalling
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Diagnosing spark plug problems
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Analyze your exhaust
Take your car to
local auto parts store
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Causes of spark plug problems:
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Oil in the combustion chamber
Improperly gapped spark plugs
Carbon buildup
Over heating
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Tools required during spark plug change procedure
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A half inch
ratchet drive
A spark plug
socket
A flexible drive
coupling
Socket extensi
ons
Needle nose pliers
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Half inch ratchet drive
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Spark plug socket
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Flexible drive coupling
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Socket Extension
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Needle nose pliers
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Follow these steps to change your plugs:
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Removing old spark plugs
Installing new
plugs
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Removing old spark plugs
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Locate the spark plugs in your car
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Let the engine cool before removing your spark plugs
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Remove the spark plugs
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Measure the gap of the spark plugs
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Installing new plugs
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Get the correct replacement plugs
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Clean up around the threads before re-inserting the new spark plugs
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Insert the new plugs & tighten with the ratchet
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Consider lubricating the plugs prior to installing them
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Resource: http://www.europeanservicecenter.com/will-changing-spark-plugs-restore-lost-performance/