2004 Buell Lightning: Maintenance
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WARNING
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WARNING
Low pressure compressed air can blow debris into your
face and eyes. Always wear eye protection or a face
shield when using pressurized air. Failure to take ade-
quate safety precautions could result in death or serious
injury.
9.
If the plugs require cleaning between tune-ups and
replacement plugs are not available, proceed as follows:
a. Degrease firing end of spark plug using ELECTRI-
CAL CONTACT CLEANER. Dry plug with com-
pressed air.
b.
Use a thin file to flatten spark plug electrodes. A
spark plug with sharp edges on its electrodes
requires 25-40% less firing voltage than one with
rounded edges.
10. If the plugs cannot be cleaned, replace with 10R12A
spark plugs.
11. Check electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge. Gap
should be 0.035 in. (0.9 mm).
12. Apply LOCTITE ANTI-SEIZE to threads of spark plugs.
Install and tighten spark plugs to 11-18
ft-lbs (15-
24 Nm).
NOTES
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Start threading rear spark plug with 3/8” fuel hose being
careful not to cross thread spark plug.
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Start front spark plug with fingers.
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An extension may be needed to push on rear spark plug
boot to ensure it is seated properly.
13. Connect spark plug wires. Verify that wires are securely
connected to coil and spark plugs. See
7.4 SPARK
PLUG CABLES
.
14. Install left side air scoop. See
2.36 AIR SCOOPS
.
15. Install airbox assembly. See
4.30 AIRBOX.
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WARNING
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WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on front of seat to be
sure it is locked in position. If seat is loose, it could shift
during vehicle operation and startle the rider, causing
loss of control which could result in death or serious
injury.
16. Install seat. See
2.41 SEAT
.
Figure 1-36. Rear Spark Plug Access
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