Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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You want your generator ready to go when you need it. That means keeping it maintained before a storm or power outage hits. CR’s expert walks you through an oil change, air filter swap, and spark plug replacement.

:00 - Intro
:15 - Oil Change
2:46 - How to Change the Air Filter
3:43 - How to Change the Spark Plug

Full expert info and test results: consumerreports.org/home-garden/generators/buying-guide/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT