Polaris SLT780 1996 Owner's Safety And Maintenance Manual page 68

MAINTENANCE
Spark Plugs
Never attempt to remove the spark plug with a warm engine. The exhaust system
or engine could burn you causing injury.
When installing or removing spark plugs be careful not to damage the porcelain
insulator.
High tension voltage is present in the spark plug wires when the engine is running.
Never touch spark plug wires when the engine is being cranked or run.
Never attempt to remove the spark plug with a warm engine. The exhaust system
or engine could burn you causing injury.
When installing or removing spark plugs be careful not to damage the porcelain
insulator.
Wipe off any water on the spark plug or inside the cap. Push the cap down on the
plug until it clicks. Usedielectric grease PN 2871 066 on the inside of the spark plug
cap to prevent corrosion.
Before installing a used plug, wipe off threads and apply dielectric grease PN
2871 066. Also clean the gasket surface. Install the spark plug and torque to 18
ft. Ibs. If a torque wrench is not available 114 to 112 turn past finger-tight is close
to the correct torque.