Checking Spark Plug

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces can burn skin. The engine, components, and fluids are hot if the engine has been running. Allow the engine to cool before servicing or working near the engine and components.

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in SAFETY.)

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   Picture Note: XUV590i with bench seat. Seat removed for better view.

   
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   Picture Note: XUV590i with bucket seats. Seats removed for better view.

   
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   Picture Note: XUV590i S4, seat removed for better view.

   Remove two Torx head screws (A).

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3. Tilt seats forward.

4. Remove access cover (B).

5. Remove five Torx head screws (C) and remove center panel (D).

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   Remove two retaining clips (E).

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7. Disconnect spark plug wires (F).

8. Remove spark plugs using appropriate spark plug socket.

9. Inspect spark plugs for:

   • Cracked porcelain.
   • Pitted or damaged electrodes.
   • Other wear or damage.
   
   

10. Clean spark plugs carefully with a wire brush.

11. NOTE: In Canada, replace with resistor spark plug only.

    Replace spark plugs if necessary.

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    Check and adjust spark plug gap (G):
    • See SPECIFICATIONS for gap distance.
    
    

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13. Install and tighten spark plugs. Tighten to specification.

    Item	Measurement	Specification
    Spark Plug	Torque	25 N·m (18 lb·ft)

14. Install spark plug wires and retaining clips.

15. Install center panel with five Torx head screws.

16. Install access cover.

17. Lower seat and install two remaining Torx head screws on center panel.

18. Lower the cargo box.