EBS01032 EBS01034 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.031 in) Is the spark plug in good condition, is it of the correct type, and is its gap within spec- ification? YES NO Re-gap or replace the spark plug. The ignition system is OK. 9 - 12 IGNITION SYSTEM ELEC – + ELEC – + 3. Spark plug • Check the condition of the spark plug. • Check the spark plug type. • Measure the spark plug gap. Refer to “CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG” in chapter 3. 4. Ignition spark gap • Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug. • Connect the ignition checker 1 as shown. 2 Spark plug cap • Set the main switch to “ON”. • Measure the ignition spark gap a.
• Crank the engine by pushing the start switch and gradually increase the spark gap until a misfire occurs. Minimum ignition spark gap 6.0 mm (0.24 in) • Is there a spark and is the spark gap within specification? NO YES