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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU1998LEGACY OUTBACK SPORT AWD F4-2.2L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHC
Spark Plug: Service and Repair
1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Sport AWD F4-2.2L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Twist and pull to remove ignition wire from plug.
2. While wearing safety glasses, use compressed air to blow out debris from plug well.
3. Using a 16mm (5/8") socket, remove the plug in CCW direction.
INSTALLATION
1. Adjust electrode gap to 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in).
2. Lightly coat threads of plug with anti-seize compound.
3. Install and thread plug into cylinder head by hand.
4. Torque spark plug to 18 - 24 Nm (13 - 17 ft lb).
5. Apply dielectric compound to the inside of ignition wire boot and install. A slight click will be heard when wire is properly connected.
1. Twist and pull to remove ignition wire from plug.
2. While wearing safety glasses, use compressed air to blow out debris from plug well.
3. Using a 16mm (5/8") socket, remove the plug in CCW direction.
INSTALLATION
1. Adjust electrode gap to 1.0 - 1.1 mm (0.039 - 0.043 in).
2. Lightly coat threads of plug with anti-seize compound.
3. Install and thread plug into cylinder head by hand.
4. Torque spark plug to 18 - 24 Nm (13 - 17 ft lb).
5. Apply dielectric compound to the inside of ignition wire boot and install. A slight click will be heard when wire is properly connected.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.