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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI1998ESTEEM GLX SEDAN PLUS L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGTESTING AND INSPECTION
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6L
Spark Plug: Testing and Inspection
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6LSECTION Testing and Inspection
1. Pull out high-tension cords by gripping their caps and then remove spark plugs.
2. Inspect them for:
- Electrode wear
- Carbon deposits
- Insulator damage
3. If any abnormality is found, adjust air gap, clean with spark plug cleaner or replace them with specified new plugs.
Spark plug electrode gap "a": 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 - 0.031 in.)
Spark plug type: NGK - BKR6E, NIPPONDENSO - K2OPR-U
4. Install spark plugs and torque them to specification.
Tightening Torque for spark plug: 25 - 30 Nm (18.5 - 21.5 lb ft)
5. Install high-tension cords securely by gripping their caps.
2. Inspect them for:
- Electrode wear
- Carbon deposits
- Insulator damage
3. If any abnormality is found, adjust air gap, clean with spark plug cleaner or replace them with specified new plugs.
Spark plug electrode gap "a": 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 - 0.031 in.)
Spark plug type: NGK - BKR6E, NIPPONDENSO - K2OPR-U
4. Install spark plugs and torque them to specification.
Tightening Torque for spark plug: 25 - 30 Nm (18.5 - 21.5 lb ft)
5. Install high-tension cords securely by gripping their caps.
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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.