What are the consequences of a leaking spark plug?
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The consequence of not addressing a leaking spark plug is poor ignition, leading to abnormal engine operation. Steps for replacing a spark plug: Open the hood, lift the engine's plastic cover, remove the high-voltage distributor wires, and mark each cylinder's position to avoid confusion. Use a spark plug socket to remove the spark plugs one by one. While removing them, check for external debris like leaves or dust and ensure they are thoroughly cleaned. Place the new spark plug into the spark plug hole, hand-tighten it a few turns, and then use the socket to tighten it further. Reinstall the removed high-voltage distributor wires in the firing order and secure the cover. Methods to determine if a spark plug is damaged: Remove the spark plug and inspect its appearance. A normal spark plug's insulator skirt and electrodes should appear gray-white, gray-yellow, or light brown. A properly functioning spark plug will have a reddish-brown insulator skirt, with an electrode gap between 0.8-0.9mm and no signs of electrode burn. If the spark plug is covered in oil or deposits but is otherwise undamaged, it can be reused after cleaning off the oil and deposits. If the spark plug is severely damaged, showing signs like blistering, black streaks, cracks, or melted electrodes, identify the cause of the damage, fix the issue, and replace the spark plug. Additionally, if the spark plug appears black as if smoked, it indicates the wrong heat range was selected or the air-fuel mixture is too rich, with oil contamination.
