Generac HomeLink 6500 Series — Spark Plug Replacement
Maintenance
For the Generac HomeLink 6500 Series, from the Generac owner's manual.
Applies to: Generac HomeLink 6500 Series
Before you start
- When working on the generator, always disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and keep wire away from spark plug.
Procedure
- Stop the engine and shut off the fuel valve. Allow the engine to cool.
- Remove the spark plug boot from the plug and clean that area of the cylinder head.
- Use a 13/16 in. (21mm) spark plug tool to remove the spark plug.
- Set the new spark plug's gap to 0.028-0.031 in. (0.70-0.80 mm).
- Install the correctly gapped spark plug into the cylinder head and torque to 18-21.6 ft./lbs. (24.4-29.3 Nm).
- Reconnect the spark plug wire.
Tools required
- 13/16 in. (21mm) spark plug tool Amazon
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Specs & values
- Champion N9YC or equivalent
- Gap 0.028-0.031 in. (0.70-0.80 mm)
- Torque 18-21.6 ft./lbs. (24.4-29.3 Nm)
Full service-parts list: Generac HomeLink 6500 Series →
Source: Generac 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.