Honda CH250 ELITE250 Owner's Manual page 62

SPARK PLUG
Recommended plugs:
Standard:
DPR6EA-9 (NGK) or
X20EPR-U9 (ND)
For cold climate (Below 5"C, 41°F):
DPRSEA-9 (NGK) or
X16EPR-U9 (ND)
For extended high speed riding:
DPR7EA-9 (NGK) or
X22EPR-U9 (ND)
1. Remove the left side cover by un-
screwing the rear bracket screw and
gently pulling the cover away, starting
from the rear edge.
2. Disconnect the spark plug cap.
3. Clean any dirt from around the spark
plug base. Remove and discard the
spark plug.
4. Make sure the spark plug gap (1) is
0.8-0.9 mm (0.03 l-0.03 5 in) using a
wire-type feeler gauge. If adjustment
is necessary, bend the side electrode
(2) carefully.
5. With the plug washer attached, thread
the new spark plug in by hand to pre-
vent cross-threading.
6. Tighten the spark plug l/2 turn with a
spark plug wrench to compress the
washer.
7. Connect the plug cap and replace the
side cover.
CAUTION:
*
The spark plug must be securely tight-
ened. An improperly tightened plug
can become very hot and possibly
damage the engine.
* Never use a spark plug with an improp-
er heat range.
(1) Spark plug gap
(2)
Side electrode
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