Removing And Installing The Panel; Checking The Spark Plugs - Yamaha 2011 XVS1300AA Owner's Manual

Removing and installing the
panel
The panel shown needs to be removed
to perform some of the maintenance
jobs described in this chapter. Refer to
this section each time the panel needs
to be removed and installed.
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1. Panel A
Panel A
To remove the panel
Remove the quick fastener, and then
pull the panel off as shown.
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1. Panel A
2. Quick fastener
To install the panel
Place the panel in the original position,
and then install the quick fastener.
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1. Panel A

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-
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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 the appropriate spark
1. Spark plug cover
2. Bolt
2. Remove the spark plug cap.
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plug cover (rear right or front left)
by removing the bolts.
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