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FAQ
Even when a good fuel and air mixture is supplied to an engine and good compression exists, the engine will not start without good spark production.
A quality spark plug is a critical part in the production of good sparks; this Q & A Booklet is designed to provide you with technical information about spark plugs and instructions on how to use them.
BASIC INFORMATION
Q1 What is the function of a spark plug?
Q2 Why are NGK spark plugs superior?
Q3 What is the heat rating of a spark plug?
Q4 What do NGK part numbers signify?
Q5 What is the best way to select the correct spark plug?
Q6 Why is the firing end appearance of a spark plug important?
Q7 What is the function of the corrugations on the insulator?
INFORMATION OF VARIOUS TYPES OF SPARK PLUGS
Q8 What is a resistor spark plug?
Q9 What is a V-grooved type spark plug?
Q10 What is the Iridium IX spark plug?
Q11 What is a racing spark plug?
Q12 What kinds of spark plugs offer good resistance to carbon build-up?
Q13 What are the features of special-type spark plugs?
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Q14 What is spark plug fouling?
Q15 What are the effects of spark plug overheating?
Q16 What is good ignitability?
Q17 Is a stain between the insulator and metal shell caused by gas leakage?
Q18 Is there a specified tightening torque for the spark plug?
Q19 In addition to correct heat rating, what other precautions should be taken during installation of spark plugs?
Q20 How long will a spark plug last?












