MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
NOTICE
Severe engine damage
can occur if grime particles enter the
combustion chamber.
5. Remove spark plug.
Spark Plug Installation
1. Measure spark plug gap.
NOTE: The gap is not adjustable. If
gap is incorrect, replace spark plugs.
NOTICE
Do not attempt to adjust
gap on these spark plugs.
ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAP
550F
0.40 mm to 0.50 mm
(.016 in to .02 in) (not
adjustable)
V800
0.7 mm to 0.8 mm
(.028 in to .031 in)
2. Apply LOCTITE 767 (ANTISEIZE
LUBRICANT) (P/N 293 800 070) on
spark plug threads.
3. Screw spark plugs into cylinder
head by hand until it bottoms.
4. Perform the final tightening using
the appropriate tools from the tool
kit or with a torque wrench and a
proper socket.
Tighten as per following table:
ENGINE
SPARK PLUG
TIGHTENING TORQUE
550F
27 N•m ± 2 N•m
(20lbf•ft±1lbf•ft)
V800
20 N•m ± 2 N•m
(15lbf•ft±1lbf•ft)
If tools from the tool kit are used,
tighten 1/2 turn for a new spark plug
and 1/10 turn for a used spark plug.
5. Connect spark plug wires.
Exhaust System
Exhaust System Verification
The tail pipe of the muffler should be
centered with the exit hole in the bot-
tompan. Itmustbefreeofrustor
leaks. Make sure that gear clamps or
springs are positioned correctly and in
good condition.
The exhaust system is designed to re-
duce noise and to improve the total
performance of the engine. Modifica-
tion may be in violation of local laws.
NOTICE
If any exhaust system
component is removed, modified
or damaged, severe engine damage
may result.
Brake Fluid
Brake Fluid Level
NOTICE
Vehicle must be on a level
surface before checking any fluid
levels.
Checkbrakefluid(DOT4)inreservoir
for proper level. Add fluid (DOT 4) as
required.
WARNING
UseonlyDOT4brakefluidfroma
sealed container. Never use any
other types of fluid.
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TYPICAL — BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
1. Minimum
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