Inspection: Main bearing span when free •If the measurement is below the specified limit, replace both the upper and lower bearings as a set. •Inspection:…

Removal: Lower crankcase • Loosen the bolts in several passes in the order indicated in the illustration (1 to 16). • After loosening the bolts,…

Inspection: Crankshaft end play • If the measurement exceeds the specified limit, replace the thrust plates with oversized ones. Available oversizes: +0.15 mm, +0.30 mm,…

•Installation: Idler gear and sprocket Install the idler gear and sprocket on the idler shaft while aligning the marks “1” on its teeth with the…

Inspection: Tension lever • Check the timing chain sliding surface and point of contact of the tension lever for cracking or flaking. • Replace the…

Inspection: Timing chain elongation • Support the cam sprocket with • Align the inscribed lines on the adjusting plate and the nut to adjust the…

Installation: [Installation] • Clean the sealant application surface of the plate and timing gear case. • Apply a bead of sealant to the plate mounting…