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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Spark Plug Service
<Standard Spark Plug>
RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS:
ZFR6K-11E (NGK)
Incorrect spark plugs can cause
engine damage.
See page 73 for instructions of
handling the Iridium spark plugs
(optional parts).
1. Disconnect the battery negative (–)
terminal.
2. Unlock and remove the engine
3. Remove the 6 × 22 mm special bolt
and remove the plug maintenance
cover.
4. Disconnect the wire connector
from the ignition coil by pushing
on the lock tab and pulling on the
connector. Pull on the plastic
connector, not the wires.
5. Remove the bolt with a 10 mm
wrench. Remove the ignition coil
by pulling it up slightly.
Do not strike or drop the ignition coil,
or it may be damaged and require
replacement.
6 × 22 mm
SPECIAL BOLT
PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER
WIRE CONNECTOR
BOLT
IGNITION COIL
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