2016 Polaris Vegas 8-Ball Owners Manual - Page 73

Maintenance Spark Plugs Spark Plug Recommendations Replace spark plugs at the intervals recommended in the periodic maintenance table. See page 52. Always replace spark plugs in pairs. Spark Plug Specifications Spark Plug Type Spark Plug Gap Spark Plug Torque NGK DCPR6E .031-.035 inch (0.8-0.9 mm) 10.8-14.5 ft-lbs (14.6-19.7 Nm) Spark Plug Inspection CAUTION! Wear face protection when using pressurized air. Electrode Bridge Electrode Tip Insulator 1. Make sure the engine is at room temperature. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wires by pulling upward on the spark plug boots. 3. To prevent any debris from entering the engine through the spark plug hole, use pressurized air to clean the area around each spark plug before removing it. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head with a 5/8inch spark plug socket. Tip: Both spark plugs should have the same light or medium tan color deposits on the insulator around the electrode tip. The spark plug electrode tip and bridge should have sharp, square edges. .031-.035 inch (0.8-0.9 mm) 5. If spark plugs are in good condition and are not due for replacement, clean them with a non-metallic stiff bristle brush, set the gap with a spark plug gap tool, clean the mating surface on the cylinder head, and install the spark plug with a spark plug socket. Reinstall both spark plug wires. Tip: Spark plugs with bright white or sooty black deposits or with damaged insulators or electrodes can indicate engine problems. If these conditions exist, or if the condition of one plug is markedly different from the other, see the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY dealer. 71