How can I tighten the spark plugs on my car?
Apply anti-seize compound to each spark plug, coating the threads with a thin coat. Install the spark plugs in the cylinder head. Finger-tighten the bolts before tightening them with a torque wrench and spark plug socket. Tighten the spark plugs to 156 inch-pounds.
How often should I replace my spark plugs?
Replacing the spark plugs is one of the simplest vehicle maintenance procedures that can be performed by most vehicle owners. Correctly-operating spark plugs will ensure the timing and ignition systems are running properly. The spark plugs should be checked every 30,000 miles or 24 months.
How do you remove a coil from a spark plug?
Remove the mounting bolt with a socket wrench holding each ignition coil over the spark plug. Label each ignition coil as you remove them or work on removing and installing one ignition coil and spark plug at a time. Remove each spark plug with a socket wrench and spark plug socket.
How often should you replace the spark plugs on a Toyota Corolla?
Correctly-operating spark plugs will ensure the timing and ignition systems are running properly. The spark plugs should be checked every 30,000 miles or 24 months. After purchasing the replacement spark plugs, have the store clerk check the gap in each spark before leaving the store. The correct gap for a 2000 Toyota Corolla is 0.043 inches.
Can a spark plug be removed from a TL1000S?
CAUTION-Do not pull on the coil wire leading into the cap. This could cause a open electrical connection and affect engine operation. To access the front spark plug the radiator must be moved forward. Remove the 6mm radiator mount bolt on the front cylinder valve cover.
When to clean and replace the spark plugs?
Clean the spark plugs if the deposits are not severe. It is recommended to replace the spark plugs if heavy deposits are present. Replace the spark plugs if the electrodes are worn or burnt. Replace the spark plugs if they have broken insulators or damaged threads.
What kind of engine does the TL1000S have?
The information in this supplement is intended to familiarize your staff with the TL1000S engine performance characteristics and provide additional low RPM tuning information. The TL1000S has a high performance V-Twin engine. This high revving engine is designed to produce optimum mid-to-high RPM power.
When to use piston rings on a TL1000S?
With at least 1000 or more miles of operation the piston rings will begin to seat which will improve the effectiveness of throttle body synchronization. Careful throttle body synchronization and throttle position sensor adjustment improve low and mid-speed throttle response and smoothness.