Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Left and right side covers
To remove a side cover
1.
Remove the shroud. (See above for re-
moval procedures.)
2.
Loosen the fasteners, and then remove
the side cover as shown.
To install a side cover
1.
Insert the projection on the rear of the
side cover into the slot in the fuel tank
side cover and insert the projections on
the front of the side cover into the slots in
the lower cover.
2.
Tighten the fasteners.
3.
Install the shroud.
NOTICE
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Make sure that all cables, hoses and
leads are routed properly before install-
ing the shroud and covers.
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When installing the shroud and covers,
be sure to tighten the fasteners secure-
ly.
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Checking the spark plugs
The spark plugs are important engine compo-
nents and are easy to inspect. The condition
of the spark plugs can indicate the condition of
the engine.
Check the coloration on the white porcelain
insulator around the center electrode. The
ideal coloration at this point is a medium-to-
light tan color for a snowmobile that is being
ridden normally. If any spark plug shows a
distinctly different color, there could be some-
thing wrong with the engine. For example, a
very white center electrode porcelain color
could indicate an intake track air leak or car-
buretion problem for that cylinder. Do not at-
tempt to diagnose such problems yourself.
Instead, take the snowmobile to a Yamaha
dealer for inspection and possible repairs.
1. Fastener
2. Left side cover
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1. Left side cover
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