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11. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BEFORE RIDING
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
y Remove the cap of high tension cable. (Use a plug wrench in tool box to
remove the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise.)
y Check the electrode if it is dirty or fouled by carbon deposits.
y Remove the carbon deposits on the electrode with steel wire, and clean
the spark plug with gasoline, then, wipe dry with a rag.
y Check the electrode, and adjust its gap to 0.6~0.7mm. (Check it with a
feeler gauge)
y Hand tight the spark plug as far as it can go and then tighten it another
1/2~3/4 turns with a wrench.
※ Use only spark plugs suitable for the engine specifications of this
scooter recommended by the manufacturer. (Refer to specifications.)
CHECKING THE AIR CLEANER
《DISASSEMBLE PRCEDURE》
y Remove the screw of air cleaner cover.
y Remove the air cleaner cover and then the cleaner’s
element.
y Clean or replace the element.
(For checking interval please refer to maintenance
schedule.)
y Refer to figures shown on the right for air cleaner
element cleaning steps.
《ASSEMBLE PRCEDURE》
y Assemble the air cleaner in reverse order of
disassemble.
Procedures for cleaning air cleaner
element:
1.cleam. 2.squeeze dry.
3.soak in engine oil. 4.squeeze dry
0.6~0.7mm
CAUTION:
y A dirty air filter can reduce horsepower output and increase fuel consumption.
y Change the air filter frequently to prolong the engine’s life.
y If the air cleaner is improperly installed, dust could accumulate in the engine cylinder, which can
reduce horsepower and engine life.
y Be careful not to get the air cleaner wet when washing the scooter.
WARNING:
y The engine is extremely hot after running. Allow scooter to cool before removing the spark plug
to avoid being burned.
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