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Exhaust Port Cleaning
Level 2.
Tools required: 4 & 5 mm Hex Wrench, Wood or plastic scraper
Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield
1.Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover (2 screws).
2.Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield
(B).
3.Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port.
IMPORTANT
Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port. Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port. Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder.
4.Inspect heat shield, and replace if damaged.
5.Install heat shield and muffler.
6.Tighten muffler mounting bolts (or nuts) to
7.Attach spark plug lead and install muffler cover.
8.Start engine, and warm to operating temperature.
9.Stop engine, and
AB
