MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE UTV
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CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
1. Lift the cargo bed up.
2. Remove:
pull out the spark plug cap ① and remove the
spark plug by sleeve
3. Check:
·spark plug type
Incorrect
Replace.
Standard spark plug
DCPR7E /NGK
4. Check:
·electrode ①
To check if it is burned blunt or much carbon
is there, then check the pole clearance by
thickness gauge. It is qualified if the pole
clearance is between 0.6 to 0.7mm.
Otherwise it should be adjusted.
Wear/damage
Replace.
·insulator ②
Abnormal color Replace.
Normal color is a medium-to-light tan color.
5. Clean the spark plug with a spark plug cleaner
or wire brush.
6. Install:
·spark plug
18 Nm -20 Nm (1.8 m · kg, 13 ft · lb)
·Then hook up the spark plug cap.
NOTE:
Before installing a spark plug, clean the
gasket surface and plug surface.
7. Lower the cargo bed.
CHECKING THE IGNITION TIMING
NOTE:
Before checking the ignition timing, adjust
the engine’s racing speed and throttle cable.
1. Remove:
·driver seat