Page 121 - Manual Oficina Polaris Sportsman 570 2014 a 2016

MAINTENANCE

SPARK PLUG SERVICE - 570 5. Inspect electrodes for wear and carbon buildup. Look
1. Remove the driver’s seat and disconnect the (-) for a sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of
negative battery cable from the battery. the electrodes.

WARNING
A hot exhaust system and engine can cause serious 2
burns. Allow engine to cool or wear protective gloves
when removing the spark plugs.

2. Remove spark plug high tension lead q.

6. Clean with electrical contact cleaner or a glass bead
spark plug cleaner only.

CAUTION
A wire brush or coated abrasive should not be used.

7. Measure gap with a wire gauge. Refer to
specifications in picture below for proper spark plug
3. Clean plug area so no dirt and debris can fall into type and gap. Adjust gap if necessary by bending the
engine when plug is removed. side electrode carefully.
4. Remove spark plug w using a spark plug socket with NGK MR7F
an extension.
Plug Gap
0.028–0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm)

8. If necessary, replace spark plug with proper type.
CAUTION
Severe engine damage may occur if the incorrect spark
plug is used.
9. Install spark plugs and torque to specification.

TORQUE
Spark Plug:
9 ft-lbs (12 Nm)Do Not Apply Anti-seize

10. Install the plug cap. Ensure the wire is pushed down
all the way so they engage onto the spark plug.
11. Reinstall the (-) negative battery cable and driver’s
seat.

9926803 R06 - 2014-2016 Sportsman 325 / ETX / 450 HO / 570 Service Manual 2.55
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