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**opds9091** · 12-11-2007, 01:08 AM

I have been searching and found now direction on how to disconnect anything to change them along with how to do it. Can anyone help with this problem, and if so any pic's to go along with it????

**Nelly** · 12-11-2007, 07:38 AM

Hi mate,
I beleive that you need to remove tank, and air box to get to plugs. I have also searched the manual and it has no mention. Have you checked the technical section on this site? There are PDF service manuals in there. Its on page 4 or 5 I think.

Failing that Sportsrider and wrightme do there own servicing and they could help you.

Neil

**opds9091** · 12-11-2007, 05:32 PM

thanks perryn, i will do the search and try to find some info

Maverick · 12-11-2007, 07:07 PM

Download the service manual from here:

http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/fz6-t...load-here.html (2004 through 2007 Manuals for Download here...)

For the 2007 - Take a look at page 3-9 and 3-10

CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGS
The following procedure applies to all of the
spark plugs.
1. Remove:
• Radiator lower bolt “1”
• Radiator lower hose bracket bolt “2”
Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1.
2. Disconnect:
• Spark plug caps
3. Remove:
• Spark plugs
A. Right side #1, #2 and #3
B. Left side #4

Note: Before removing the spark plugs, blow
away any dirt accumulated in the spark
plug wells with compressed air to prevent it
from falling into the cylinders.

4. Check:
• Spark plug type
Incorrect → Change.
5. Check:
• Electrode “1”
Damage/wear → Replace the spark plug.
• Insulator “2”
Abnormal color → Replace the spark plug.
Normal color is medium-to-light tan.
6. Clean:
• Spark plug
(with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush)
7. Measure:
• Spark plug gap “a”
(with a wire thickness gauge)
Out of specification → Regap.
8. Install:
• Spark plugs
NOTE:
Before installing the spark plug, clean the
spark plug and gasket surface.
9. Connect:
• Spark plug caps
10. Install:
• Radiator lower hose bracket bolt
• Radiator lower bolt
Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1.

**opds9091** · 12-11-2007, 07:33 PM

You are a life saver Maverick, thank you very much

**sportrider** · 12-11-2007, 08:10 PM

Sorry opds9091, I would have piped in earlier but I had no idea what you were talking about. I was thinking "spare" plug??? not "spark" plug

**Nelly** · 12-11-2007, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by opds9091

You are a life saver Maverick, thank you very much

Sorry mate, it would seem I was totally wrong. That was how I have done it on previous bikes. So it was a good post anyway. Thanks Maverick.

Maverick · 12-11-2007, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by perryn

Sorry mate, it would seem I was totally wrong. That was how I have done it on previous bikes. So it was a good post anyway. Thanks Maverick.

No worries - glad I could help out around here a little bit

Maverick · 12-11-2007, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by opds9091

You are a life saver Maverick, thank you very much

You are welcome - the service manual is a must have.... this is a great forum!

**Nelly** · 12-12-2007, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maverick

You are welcome - the service manual is a must have.... this is a great forum!

I was blind but now I see. Chapter 3.22 is where its at.

12-11-2007, 01:08 AM	#1 (permalink)
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12-11-2007, 05:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
opds9091 Super Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: cape coral, FL Bike: 07' Yamaha FZ 6 Posts: 798 Rep Power: 12 Member #523	thanks perryn, i will do the search and try to find some info __________________ MEMBER # 523 DOMINIC HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE Last edited by opds9091; 12-11-2007 at 05:34 PM.. Reason: finish sentence

12-11-2007, 07:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
Maverick Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 236 Rep Power: 18 Member #429	Download the service manual from here: http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/fz6-t...load-here.html (2004 through 2007 Manuals for Download here...) For the 2007 - Take a look at page 3-9 and 3-10 CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGS The following procedure applies to all of the spark plugs. 1. Remove: • Radiator lower bolt “1” • Radiator lower hose bracket bolt “2” Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1. 2. Disconnect: • Spark plug caps 3. Remove: • Spark plugs A. Right side #1, #2 and #3 B. Left side #4 Note: Before removing the spark plugs, blow away any dirt accumulated in the spark plug wells with compressed air to prevent it from falling into the cylinders. 4. Check: • Spark plug type Incorrect → Change. 5. Check: • Electrode “1” Damage/wear → Replace the spark plug. • Insulator “2” Abnormal color → Replace the spark plug. Normal color is medium-to-light tan. 6. Clean: • Spark plug (with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush) 7. Measure: • Spark plug gap “a” (with a wire thickness gauge) Out of specification → Regap. 8. Install: • Spark plugs NOTE: Before installing the spark plug, clean the spark plug and gasket surface. 9. Connect: • Spark plug caps 10. Install: • Radiator lower hose bracket bolt • Radiator lower bolt Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1. Last edited by Maverick; 12-12-2007 at 05:13 PM..

12-11-2007, 07:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
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