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Inspect Spark Plug

  1. Remove the ignition coil connector (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil Connector
    G04879418Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: When removing the ignition coil connector, pull the lock pin (A) and push the clip (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Lock Pin And Clip
    G04801405Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the ignition coil (B).

    Remove bolt holding down the ignition coil.

    Remove ignition coil from engine.

  3. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug.
    CAUTION: Be careful that no contaminates enter through the spark plug holes.
  4. Inspect the electrodes (A) and ceramic insulator (B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Electrodes And Ceramic Insulator
    G04801406Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.

    INSPECTION OF ELECTRODES 

    ELECTRODE SPECIFICATIONS

    Condition Dark deposits White deposits
    Causes
    • Fuel mixture too rich
    • Low air intake
    • Fuel mixture too lean
    • Advanced ignition timing
    • Insufficient plug tightening torque
  5. Check the electrode gap (A).

Standard :

Unleaded : 1.0 ~ 1.1 mm (0.0394 ~ 0.0433 in.)

Fig 4: Checking Electrode Gap
G04879716Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.