Checking The Spark Plugs - Yamaha FX10RTRSY Owner's Manual

Snowmobile
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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.
2
1. Left side cover
2. Fastener
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.
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1. Left side cover
2.
Tighten the fasteners.
3.
Install the shroud.
ECS00371
NOTICE
Make sure that all cables, leads, etc., are
G
routed properly before installing the
shroud and covers.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
1
When installing the shroud and covers,
G
be sure to tighten the fasteners secure-
ly.
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Checking the spark plugs

The spark plug is an important engine compo-
nent and is easy to inspect. The condition of
the spark plug can indicate the condition of
the engine.
2
Check the coloration on the white porcelain
insulator around the center electrode. The
ideal coloration at this point is a medium to a
light tan color for a snowmobile that is being
ridden normally. If a spark plug shows a dis-
2
tinctly 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.
You should periodically remove and inspect
the spark plug because heat and deposits will
cause a spark plug to slowly break down and
erode. Consult a Yamaha dealer before
changing to a different type of spark plug.
Specified spark plug:
Manufacturer:
NGK
Model:
CR9E
EWS00710
WARNING
Be sure to use the specified spark plug
and spark plug cap. Otherwise, the
T.O.R.S. may not work properly.
Spark plugs are produced in several different
thread lengths. The thread length or reach is
the distance from the spark plug gasket seat
to the end of the threaded portion. If the reach
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