Cleaning and Inspection Procedure - Conditional
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NOTE:
The following cleaning and inspection and/or overhaul steps are ONLY to be performed as determined necessary based on the condition of the part being removed with the intention of reinstallation. The labor time to perform any of these steps is not included in the base labor time and if required would need to be documented and submitted as Other Labor Hours for warranty claim reimbursement. A description of the repairs performed must be documented in the technician correction comments.
- Inspection the spark plug wire for the following conditions:
- Correct routing of the spark plug wires. Incorrect routing may cause cross-firing.
- Inspect for any signs of cracks or splits in the wires.
- Inspect each boot for the following conditions:
- Tearing
- Piercing
- Arcing
- Carbon tracking
- Corroded terminals
- If corrosion, carbon tracking or arcing are indicated on a spark plug wire boot or on a terminal, replace the wire and the component connected to the wire.
NOTE:
Spark plug wire integrity is vital for proper engine operation. A thorough inspection will be necessary to accurately identify conditions that may affect engine operation.