Checking The Spark Plugs - Yamaha XP500 Service Manual

ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY/

CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGS

e. Slide the rubber cover to its original posi-
After adjusting the throttle cable free play,
turn the handlebar to the right and to the
left to ensure that this does not cause the
engine idling speed to change.
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4. Install:
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGS
The following procedure applies to all of the
spark plugs.
1. Remove:
2. Disconnect:
3. Remove:
Before removing the spark plugs, blow
away any dirt accumulated in the spark
plug wells with compressed air to prevent it
from falling into the cylinders.
4. Check:
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tion.
WARNING
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• left side cover
• center cover
Refer to "SIDE COVER MOULDINGS AND
LEG SHIELD".
• center cover
• side cover (left and right)
• inner fender
Refer to "SIDE COVER MOULDINGS AND
LEG SHIELD".
• spark plug caps
• spark plugs
CAUTION:
• spark plug type
Incorrect → Change.
Spark plug type (manufacturer)
CR7E (NGK)
CHK
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