How many kilometers should a Magotan's spark plugs be replaced?
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Magotan's spark plugs should be replaced every 30,000 kilometers. Methods to determine if spark plugs are damaged: Remove the spark plugs for observation and assess their condition based on the following appearance colors. Normal spark plugs have insulator skirts and electrodes that appear gray-white, gray-yellow, or light brown. A properly functioning spark plug has a reddish-brown insulator skirt, an electrode gap between 0.8-0.9mm, and no signs of electrode burning. If the spark plugs are contaminated with oil or deposits but are not damaged, they can continue to be used after cleaning off the oil and deposits. If the spark plugs are severely damaged, with phenomena such as blistering at the top, black streaks, cracking, or electrode melting, the cause of the damage should be identified. After troubleshooting, replace the spark plugs with new ones. Additionally, if the spark plugs appear black as if smoked, it indicates that the wrong heat range was selected or that the air-fuel mixture is too rich, with oil seeping up.
I've been driving my Magotan for several years, and when it comes to spark plugs, you really need to check the manual. My suggestion is to inspect them every 30,000 to 40,000 kilometers and replace them around 60,000 kilometers. As spark plugs age, their ignition capability declines, which can make the car feel underpowered, sluggish during acceleration, and may even increase fuel consumption. Once, I delayed replacing them until 70,000 kilometers, and my fuel consumption rose by 10%. The car also took much longer to start in the morning—it was practically throwing money away. Don’t cheap out on low-quality spark plugs; just stick to OEM or reputable brands. If you’re handy, you can even pull them out yourself to check the electrode wear. Regular maintenance isn’t just about saving money—it keeps the car responsive and smooth, almost like driving a new car. After all, the Magotan’s engine is precision-engineered, and spark plugs have a significant impact on overall performance. Don’t wait for problems to arise before fixing them, because by then, repair costs will be much higher.
