2006 Yamaha Motorsports Kodiak 450 Auto. 4x4 Outdoorsman Edition Owners Manual - Page 141
2006 Yamaha Motorsports Kodiak 450 Auto. 4x4 Outdoorsman Edition Manual
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3. Use the spark plug wrench in the tool kit to remove the spark plug as shown. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the ATV to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode. If electrode erosion becomes excessive, or if carbon and other deposits are excessive, you should replace the spark plug with the specified plug. Specified spark plug: DR8EA (NGK) Installation 1. Measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and, if necessary, adjust the gap to specification. Spark plug gap: 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028 in) 1. Spark plug wrench Inspection The spark plug is an important engine component and is easy to inspect. The condition of the spark plug can indicate the condition of the engine. The ideal color on the white insulator around the center electrode is a medium-to-light tan color for a ATV that is being ridden normally. 8-29