1. | See Figure 3. Apply dielectric grease (4) to the insides of the coil boot (A) and spark plug boots (B). |
Figure 1. Spark Plug Cables | ||||||||||||
2. | See Figure 1. Install new front spark plug cable (1) to spark plug. Push the spark plug boot onto spark plug until it snaps into place. Rotate front cable boot (5) until it is parallel to the motorcycle centerline. Install new front spark plug cable boot to the ignition coil (4). Gently pull upward to verify spark plug cables are locked into place. | |||||||||||||
3. | Install new rear spark plug boot (6) to the ignition coil. Route the spark plug cable using the path of the old spark plug cable. NOTE Incorrectly installed spark plug cables lead to poor engine performance due to lack of spark to one or both cylinders. |
Figure 2. Secure Spark Plug Cable (shown without fuel tank and seat for clarity) | ||||||||||||
4. | See Figure 2. Install new front spark plug cable (2) to spark plug. Push the spark plug end in far enough to feel it snap into place. Gently pull upward to verify spark plug cables are locked into place. | |||||||||||||
5. | Slide cable strap (1) through square hole in trough (4) and around spark plug wire (1) as shown. Do not route cable strap around wire bundle (5) or tube (3). Tighten cable strap and trim cable strap as needed. Repeat step for front spark plug cable on other side. | |||||||||||||
WARNING After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b) | ||||||||||||||
6. | See the service manual. Install seat. |
Kit | Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
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31600048A | 1 | Spark plug cable, black, short | Not sold separately |
2 | |||
Spark plug cable, black, long | Not sold separately | ||
3 | Cable strap (2) | Not sold separately | |
4 | Dielectric grease | Not sold separately | |
31600051A | 1 | Spark plug cable, orange, short | Not sold separately |
2 | Spark plug cable, orange, long | Not sold separately | |
3 | Cable strap (2) | Not sold separately | |
4 | Dielectric grease | Not sold separately | |
31600054A | 1 | Spark plug cable, red, short | Not sold separately |
2 | Spark plug cable, red, long | Not sold separately | |
3 | Cable strap (2) | Not sold separately | |
4 | Dielectric grease | Not sold separately | |
Items mentioned in text. | |||
A | Coil boot | ||
B | Spark plug boot |