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65
MAINTENANCE
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Condition
Normal Plug
The normal insulator tip is gray, tan or light brown. There will be few
combustion deposits. The electrodes are not burned or eroded. This indi-
cates the proper type and heat range for the engine and the service.
Tip: The tip should not be white. A white insulator tip indicates overheating,
caused by use of an improper spark plug or incorrect throttle body adjust-
ments.
Wet Fouled Plug
The wet fouled insulator tip is black. A damp oil film covers the firing
end. There may be a carbon layer over the entire nose. Generally, the
electrodes are not worn. General causes of fouling are excessive oil, use
of non-recommended oil, improper use of the choke, or incorrect throt-
tle body/carburetor adjustments.
Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
1. Remove the spark plug
cap.
2. Using the spark plug
wrench provided in the
tool kit, remove the plug
by rotating it counter-
clockwise.
3. Reverse the procedure for
spark plug installation.
Torque to specification.
See page 64.
Spark Plug
(right rear wheel well)
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