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How Often Should You Change Spark Plugs?

How Often Should You Change Spark Plugs?

The combustion of your engine relies on the efficient functioning of different parts. One of the crucial components is the spark plugs that affect your vehicle's gas mileage and acceleration. These plugs need regular changing to maintain high performance. But how do you know when you need to change them? First, you need to know what a spark plug looks like. Most plus is about 10 centimeters long in the shape of a tube. One side is white, which stays outside, while the other end looks like an ignition point that ends up in the cylinder. A normal plug has a brownish or tan color, while fouled plus is black. If the plug is oily, it indicates the plug has been damaged by oil. Every car has a manual that will indicate the maintenance and frequencies of maintenance. Your manual will indicate how often you need to change your spark plugs. To stay on the safe side of things, change your spark plugs after every ~48,280 km.  The state of the plus may differ under different driving co ... read more

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