How do you remove a gas tank from a Harley Davidson?
Next, remove the dash console. It is easier if you have a 5/32″ long ball allen for the forward most retaining screw. Remove the four retaining screws that secure the fuel tank to the frame. Carefully lift the Harley gas tank away from the motorcycle and set in a safe location.
How do you remove a fuel tank console?
With the battery disconnected, proceed with removal of the fuel tank console. Begin by removing the front and rear fasteners holding the console assembly to the tank. Open the fuel door and remove the filler cap. Place a soft towel on the rear fender and lay the console onto the towel to avoid disconnecting any gauge wiring. Figure 6.
Why do you need to remove the gas tank on a Harley M8?
Until now, removing the Harley gas tank was typically done to perform repair work. On an M8 model, the Harley gas tank will also need to be removed for a regular service procedure; spark plug replacement. The M8 has four spark plugs; two per cylinder because, like it’s name, the M8 has 8 valves. Four valves per cylinder.
What to do with 5 gallon gas tank?
You may need a funnel and gas can to catch any remaining fuel in the tank. For fuel-injected models equipped with a five gallon fuel tank, the crossover fuel line at the front of the tank must be disconnected. Disconnect the crossover line and allow escaping fuel to drain into your catch can.
Next, remove the dash console. It is easier if you have a 5/32″ long ball allen for the forward most retaining screw. Remove the four retaining screws that secure the fuel tank to the frame. Carefully lift the Harley gas tank away from the motorcycle and set in a safe location.
With the battery disconnected, proceed with removal of the fuel tank console. Begin by removing the front and rear fasteners holding the console assembly to the tank. Open the fuel door and remove the filler cap. Place a soft towel on the rear fender and lay the console onto the towel to avoid disconnecting any gauge wiring. Figure 6.
Until now, removing the Harley gas tank was typically done to perform repair work. On an M8 model, the Harley gas tank will also need to be removed for a regular service procedure; spark plug replacement. The M8 has four spark plugs; two per cylinder because, like it’s name, the M8 has 8 valves. Four valves per cylinder.
You may need a funnel and gas can to catch any remaining fuel in the tank. For fuel-injected models equipped with a five gallon fuel tank, the crossover fuel line at the front of the tank must be disconnected. Disconnect the crossover line and allow escaping fuel to drain into your catch can.
Where are the spark plugs on a Harley Davidson?
Two of the spark plugs are in the same left side location as always. These two spark plugs are easy to access. The other two spark plugs can only be accessed by completely removing the fuel tank. In years past, Harley gas tank removal was a little more involved.
Two of the spark plugs are in the same left side location as always. These two spark plugs are easy to access. The other two spark plugs can only be accessed by completely removing the fuel tank. In years past, Harley gas tank removal was a little more involved.
How do you remove spark plug from Stihl blower?
Use the spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug. Insert the Allen wrench into the union nut at the base of the blower tube and turn it counterclockwise; while pressing down on the tube fastening tab. Pull the tube off, once the union nut is loose. Use a screwdriver to remove the blower’s case screws.