Checking The Spark Plugs - Yamaha TMAX XP500 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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1. Screw
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To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the screws.
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Checking the spark plugs

The spark plugs are important engine
components, which are easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plugs should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plugs can re-
veal the condition of the engine.
To remove a spark plug
1. Remove cowling
page 6-6.)
2. Remove the spark plug cover by
pulling it out as shown.
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1. Spark plug cover
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EAU19593 3. Remove the spark plug cap.
1. Spark plug cap
4. Remove the spark plug as shown
B. (See
with the spark plug wrench includ-
ed in the owner's tool kit.
1. Spark plug wrench
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