PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU01651
Checking the spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which should be checked
periodically, preferably by a Yamaha
dealer. Since heat and deposits will
cause any spark plug to slowly erode,
it should be removed and checked in
accordance with the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the spark plug can
reveal the condition of the engine.
The porcelain insulator around the
center electrode of the spark plug
should be a medium-to-light tan (the
ideal color when the scooter is ridden
normally). If the spark plug shows a
distinctly different color, the engine
could be defective. Do not attempt to
diagnose such problems yourself.
Instead, have a Yamaha dealer check
the scooter.
If the spark plug shows signs of
electrode erosion and excessive
carbon or other deposits, it should be
replaced.
Specified spark plug:
BR8HS (NGK)
Before installing a spark plug, the spark
plug gap should be measured with a
wire thickness gauge and, if necessary,
adjusted to specification.
Spark plug gap:
0.5 - 0.7 mm
Clean the surface of the spark plug
gasket and its mating surface, and then
wipe off any grime from the spark plug
threads.
Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
20 Nm (2.0 m
•
kg)
NOTE :
If a torque wrench is not available when
installing a spark plug, a good estimate
of the correct torque is 1/4 - 1/2 turn
past finger tight. However, the spark
plug should be tightened to the
specified torque as soon as possible.
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ZAUM0037
a. Spark plug gap
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