Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Spark plug
Exploded View
- Ignition coil
- Spark plug
- Rocker cover
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
- Remove engine cover. Refer to EM-24, "Exploded View".
- Remove ignition coil. Refer to EM-46, "Exploded View".
- Remove spark plug using suitable tool.
(a) : 14 mm (0.55 in)
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock spark plug.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
CAUTION:
Always tighten the spark plug to specified torque to align the orientation of electrodes. The ground electrode of a genuine spark plug is positioned in the area of maximum ignitability by tightening to the specified torque. When replacing spark plugs, use genuine spark plugs of which the ground electrode is adjusted.
NOTE:
The ground electrode of the spark plug is positioned in the area of maximum ignitability to improve combustion efficiency in the cylinder, reduce CO2 (carbon dioxide) emission and improve fuel economy.
- Ground electrode of spark plug
- Top view
- Air-fuel mixture flow
- Poor ignitability region
Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Use the standard type spark plug for normal condition.
Spark plug (Standard type) : Refer to EM-118, "Spark Plug".
CAUTION:
- Do not drop or shock spark plug.
- Do not use a wire brush for cleaning.
- If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may be used.
Cleaner air pressure : Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm2, 85 psi)
Cleaning time : Less than 20 seconds
- Spark plug gap adjustment is not required between replacement intervals.
- Measure spark plug gap. when it exceeds the limit, replace
spark plug even if it is with in the specified replacement mileage.
Refer to EM-118, "Spark Plug".
Drive belt
Exploded View
Alternator
Drive belt auto-tensioner
Crankshaft pulley
A/C compressor
Water pump
Drive belt
Possible use range
New drive belt range
Indicator
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Other materials:
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. See “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in this
section. NISSAN recommends the use of an
energy conserving oil in order ...
Speedometer and odometer
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed.
Odometer/Twin trip odometer
The odometer 2 and the twin trip odometer 1
are displayed when the ignition switch is placed
in the ON position.
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle
has been driven.
The twin trip o ...
Precautions on cruise control
ACCEL/RES switch
COAST/SET switch
CANCEL switch
ON·OFF switch
If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
cancels automatically. The CRUISE indicator
light in the instrument panel then blinks to
warn the driver, see “Warnings/Indicator
Lights and Audible Reminders” ...
