Spark Plugs Removal/Installation - Mazda B-Series 1997 Workshop Manual

ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM
SPARK PLUGS
Removal I Installation
1. Remove and install the high-tension leads, referring to
Removal Note. (Refer to page G-44.)
Caution
When the spark lead is to be pulled off, be sure to
pull on the boot itself, not the lead.
2.
Remove and install the spark plug
with
a plug socket.
Caution
Be sure the socket fits squarely over the spark plug.
Note
If the original spark plugs are to be reinstalled, they
must be installed in the locations from which they
were removed.
3. Apply anti-seize compound or molybdenum-based lubri-
cant to the spark plug threads.
4.
Tighten the spark plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
2.3L13.OL: 9-20
N.m {I
.O-1.9
kgf-m,
7-1 4
ft-lbf}
4.OL: 14-20
N.m
(1.4-1.9
kgfem,
10-14
ft.lbf}
Note
Coat the entire interior surface of the high-tension
lead boot with a silicone dielectric compound or
equivalent.
5BUOGX-010
Note
1996
6-Truck uses double platinum enhanced
spark plugs for production. Both the ground (side)
and center electrode are enhanced with platinum.
You can also use spark plugs with the s rvice part
number suffix letter "PP" as replacement spark
plugs.