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MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Owner’s Guide
SPARK PLUG
Tool List
Qty. Required
Spark Plug Socket, 13/16"........................................... 1
Anti-Seize Compound .............................................. AR
Ratchet ........................................................................ 1
Torque Wrench, ft. lbs. ................................................ 1
Plug Gauge, Wire Type ............................................... 1
Use care not to over tighten the plug. Over tightening can cause damage to the aluminum cylinder head
threads.
Remove and inspect the spark plug at intervals indicated in the Periodic Service
Schedule. Spark plug should be properly gapped. Tighten to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm)
torque.
A fouled spark plug is indicated by a wet, black appearance. This could be
caused by a dirty air filter element or other restrictions in the air intake system.
Incorrectly adjusted valves, a spark plug wire in poor condition, or poor quality
fuel could also contribute to the problem.
BRAKES
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death, always evaluate pedal travel before operating a
vehicle to verify some braking function is present.
All driving brake tests must be done in a safe location with regard for the safety of all personnel.
Over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place; therefore, it is important to establish the standard with a new
vehicle.
The Periodic Brake Performance test should be performed regularly as an evaluation of braking system performance. It
is useful as a method of identifying subtle loss of performance over time.
Periodic Brake Test
Unit should be empty, all drawers and doors secured, and passenger side countertop removed
prior to performing the periodic brake test.
The purpose of this test is to compare the braking performance of the vehicle to the braking performance of new or
‘known to be good’ vehicles or to an established acceptable stopping distance. Actual stopping distances will be influ-
enced by weather conditions, terrain, road surface condition, actual vehicle weight (accessories installed) and vehicle
speed. No specific braking distance can be reliably specified. The test is conducted by latching the park brake to elimi-
nate different pedal pressures and to include the affects of linkage mis-adjustment.
.030"
(.75 mm)
Gap
Spark Plug
