Kia Forte: Spark Plug Inspection
Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Ignition System / Spark Plug Inspection
| [On vehicle inspection] |
| 1. |
Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more.
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| 2. |
Remove the spark plug.
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| 3. |
Check the spark plug visually.
If the electrode is dry, the spark plug is normal.
If the electrode is wet, check the damage and electrode gap as
below.
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| [Component Inspection] |
| 1. |
Check the spark plug for any damage on its thread and insulator.
If there is damage, replace the spark plug.
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| 2. |
Check the electrode. Measure the insulation resistance with an
ohmmeter.
If the resistance is less than the specified value, adjust the
electrode gap.
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| 3. |
Check the spark plug electrode gap.
If the gap is greater than the maximum, replace the spark plug.
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Spark Plug Specification
Item
Specification
Type
SILZKR7B11
Gap
1.0 ~ 1.1
(0.0394 ~ 0.0433)
...
Spark Plug Cleaning
The combustion temporarily becomes unstable, due to the aged fuel and
the carbon deposits accumulated on the spark plug(s) after long-term storage.
[1st Method]
1.
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See also:
Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery
cable.
2.
Disconnect the accelerator position sensor connector (A). ...
Immobilizer system (if equipped)
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reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is comprised of a small transponder in the ignit ...
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Removal
[SULEV]
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative
(-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the connector (A), and th ...
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