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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
5. Remove the tank mounting bolt (3) at the rear of the gas tank.
6. Move the tank rearward and upward over the engine. Slowly remove the tank and be
careful not to catch any hoses, wires or other components. Place the tank on a stable
surface or work bench. Be sure to protect the valve from contamination or damage.
7. Using the forked end of the spark plug wrench handle, remove the spark plug boot.
IMPORTANT: Do not pull on the wire to remove the boot. Doing so may cause a
wire disconnection inside the boot.
8. Using the spark plug wrench and handle, rotate counterclockwise to remove the spark
plug.
9. Reverse all steps to install the spark plug and reassemble the body. Torque the spark
plug to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). Be sure to reroute the vent hose down the steering post.
Torque the tank mounting bolt to 9 ft. lbs. (12 Nm).