Spark Plug Cables - Buell 2009 XB Series Service Manual

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SPARK PLUG CABLES

GENERAL
Resistor-type high-tension spark plug cables have a carbon-
impregnated fabric core, instead of solid wire, for radio noise
suppression and improved reliability of electronic components.
Use the exact replacement cable for best results.
REMOVAL
Disconnecting spark plug cable with engine running can
result in electric shock and death or serious injury.
(00464b)
NOTE
When disconnecting each spark plug cable from its spark plug
terminal, always grasp and pull on the rubber boot at the end
of the cable assembly (as close as possible to the spark plug
terminal). Do not pull on the cable portion itself. Pulling on the
cable will damage the cable's carbon core.
1. Remove air cleaner assembly. See
ASSEMBLY.
2. Remove left side air scoop. See
3. See Figure 6-12. Disconnect spark plug cables (1, 2) from
ignition coil and spark plug terminals.
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1. Front spark plug cable
2. Rear spark plug cable
Figure 6-12. Spark Plug Cable Location
INSPECTION
1. Inspect spark plug cables. Replace cables that are worn
or damaged.
a. Check for cracks or loose terminals.
b. Check for loose fit on ignition coil and spark plugs.
2. Check cable boots/caps for cracks or tears. Replace
boots/caps that are worn or damaged.
NOTE
Both cables are the same length.
6-16 2009 XB Service: Electrical
4.3 AIR CLEANER
2.49 AIR SCOOPS.
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3. See Figure 6-13. Check spark plug cable resistance with
an ohmmeter (4). Replace cables not meeting resistance
specifications.
Table 6-13. Spark Plug Cable Resistance
POSITION CABLE LENGTH
Front/Rear 5.7 in. (145 mm)
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1. Ohmmeter positive lead
2. Ohmmeter negative lead
3. Spark plug cable
4. Ohmmeter
Figure 6-13. Testing Spark Plug Cable Resistance
INSTALLATION
NOTES
To ease installation, install spark plug cables to ignition
coil first and apply ELECTRICAL CONTACT GREASE
(Part No. 99861-90) to the inside of spark plug boot.
See Figure 6-14. When assembling the spark plug boots
onto the spark plugs, make sure the boot is slid all the way
down over the spark plug insulator. The gap should not
exceed 1/8 in. (3.2 mm).
For spark plug information, see
1. Connect spark plug cables to ignition coil and spark plugs.
Fasten boots/caps securely. Tight connections provide
the necessary moisture-proof environment for the ignition
coil and spark plug terminals.
2. Install air cleaner assembly. See
ASSEMBLY.
3. Install left air scoop. See
6.5
RESISTANCE
(OHMS)
1,350 - 3,465
4
3
2
1.13 SPARK PLUGS.
4.3 AIR CLEANER
2.49 AIR SCOOPS.