Kia Sorento: Spark Plug Description

A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed fuel/air mixture therein by means of an electric spark, while containing combustion pressure within the engine. A spark plug has a metal threaded shell, electrically isolated from a central electrode by a porcelain insulator.

Ignition Coil Inspection

1. Measure the primary coil resistance between terminals (+) and (-). Standard value: 0.62Ω ± 10% ...

Spark Plug Specification

Item Specification Type FXU16HR11 Gap 1.0 ~1.1 mm (0.0394 ~ 0.0433 in.) ...

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Transfer Fluid Inspection
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
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Side air bag
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