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how to tune up a 1992 sc400

Old 02-03-12, 04:07 PM
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So im trying to tune up my sc400 and im stuck. i removed the part that says four cam and the black plastic thing and i followed the wires to the other black plastic box but i dont know how to get to that because the hose is in the way.am i supposed to move the big hose so i can get the wires and change them? i cant find videos on youtube.Yes this is my first time tuning up my car since i got it and i have not done it before so i need help.sorry if this isnt in the right thread yada yada just help me please
Old 02-03-12, 04:40 PM
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If u mean removing the intake you'd have to remove the headlight. Thats all Im getting from your question.
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Little forum here called maintenance, and this is where the thread is in now.
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The wires are spark plug wires. You can remove the intake elbow(big hose) by loosening the clamps and pulling it out.
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yea thats what i mean,i was told i have to take off the air filter and thats where i started.then screws were striped and im not sure how to get those out?
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yea thats what i mean,i was told i have to take off the air filter and thats where i started.then screws were striped and im not sure how to get those out?
ive changed the spark plugs on my 400 without removing the air box im 99% sure, i just loosened up the clamps and pulled it out.
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even of its not stock air filter? well ill try again tomorrow
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