Service Manual

2-14 PERIODIC MAINTENA NCE
Periodic Maintenance Procedures
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Remove the oil filler cap and pour in the specified type
and amount of oil.
Engine Oil :
Type:
SF, SG, SH or SJ Class
Viscosity:
SAE30, SAE10W-30
Capacity:
[When engine is completely dry]
0.65 L (0.69 US-qt)
Electrical System
Spark Plug Cleaning and Inspection
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Remove the spark plug (See Electrical System chapter).
If the plug is oily or has carbon build up on it, clean the
plug using a high flash-point solvent and a wire brush or
other suitable tool.
If the spark plug electrodes are corroded or damaged,
or if the insulator is cracked, replace the plug. Use the
standard spark plug or its equivalent.
Insulator [ A]
Center Electrode [B]
Plug Gap [C]
Side Electrode [D]
Spark Plug Gap Inspection
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Measure the gap with a wire-type thickness gauge.
If the gap is incorrect, carefully bend the side electrode
with a suitable tool to obtain the correct gap.
Spark Plug Gap
Standard: 0.75 mm (0.030 in.)