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Briggs & Stratton — Spark Plugs Service

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From a Briggs & Stratton owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Clean area around spark plugs.
  2. Remove and inspect spark plugs; replace if electrodes pitted/burned or porcelain cracked.
  3. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and reset spark plug gap to recommended gap if necessary.
  4. Install spark plugs and tighten firmly.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • {'item': 'spark plug gap', 'value': '0.030 in. (0.76 mm)'}

Source: Briggs & Stratton owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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