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REMOVAL1. Remove ignition wires.
2. Loosen spark plugs and remove any dirt or foreign material from spark plug areas of cylinder head with compressed air.
3. Remove spark plugs.
NOTE: Three different styles of Platinum enhanced spark plugs are produced for this engine. Each plug has a different part number, and use. AWSF-44P (depending upon application) spark plugs have a platinum enhanced center electrode and are used in cylinders 4, 5, and 6. AWSF-44PG (depending upon application) spark plugs have a platinum enhanced ground (side) electrode, and are used in cylinders 1, 2, and 3. If any spark plug is removed and reinstalled, it MUST be installed in the same cylinder from which it was removed. If any spark plug is replaced, use only spark plugs with part number AWSF-44PP (as listed on the VECI label). This replacement spark plug has double platinum enhancement on both the center and ground electrode and may be used in all six cylinders.
4. Check and adjust spark plug gap.
NOTE: Refer to the Spark Plug Inspection Chart to determine the condition of the spark plugs.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse Removal procedure.
2. Tighten spark plugs to 9-20 Nm (7-15 ft lb).