This manual was prepared under the auspices of the SAE Ignition Research Committee by the Spark Plug Rating Engine Standardization Panel of the Aircraft Piston Engine Ignition Subcommittee. It defines the standard engine to be used in determining spark plug preignition ratings. The engine is known as the SAE 17.6 Cubic Inch Spark Plug Rating Engine. The background of its design, development, and applications is contained in SAE publication SP-243.