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IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle. Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Spark Plug Service

  1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. Put the transmission in PARK (P) and lock the temporary brake lock.

  2. Allow the engine to cool completely.

  3. Remove the seat.

  4. For ease of access to the spark plug cap, remove the six clips 1 from the air box cover and remove the cover 2.

  5. Clean the area around the spark plug cap 3 so no dirt or debris falls into the engine.

  6. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug by rotating the cap 1/4 turn and pulling it upwards.

  7. Clean out the plug wells with compressed air to remove any loose dirt or debris.

  8. Using a spark plug socket, carefully remove the spark plug by rotating it counter-clockwise.

  9. Inspect the electrodes for wear and carbon buildup. Look for a sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of the electrodes. See Spark Plug Inspection

    for more information.

  10. Clean the spark plug with electrical contact cleaner or a glass bead spark plug cleaner only.

    IMPORTANT

    A wire brush or coated abrasive should not be used.

  11. Inspect and adjust the spark plug gap if needed. Refer to the Specifications chapter for the recommended spark plug type and gap for your vehicle.

  12. If necessary, replace the recommended spark plug.

  13. Install the spark plug into the engine and torque to specification.

    IMPORTANT
    Do not apply anti-seize.

  14. Apply a small amount of dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the spark plug cap and install the cap.

  15. Make sure the wire is pushed down all the way so that it fully engages the spark plug.

  16. Install the air box cover and secure with the clips.

  17. Install the seat. See Seat Installation.

  18. Start the engine to ensure proper operation.

Parent topic: Spark Plugs