Cam Chain Auto-Tensioner Removal/Installation

Removal:

1.	Remove the chain case cover.

2.	Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise to compress the auto-tensioner.

3.	Align the holes on the lock (A) and the auto-tensioner (B), then insert a 1.5 mm (0.06 in.) diameter pin (C) into the holes. Turn the crankshaft clockwise to secure the pin. CBA

4.	Remove the auto-tensioner.

Installation:

1.	Install the auto-tensioner. 6 x 1.0 mm 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 8.7 lbf·ft)

2.	Remove the pin from the auto-tensioner.

3.	Remove old liquid gasket from the chain case cover mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.

4.	Clean and dry the chain case cover mating surfaces.

Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08C70-K0234M, 08C70- K0334M or 08C70-X0331S, evenly to the chain case mating surface of the chain case cover and to the inner threads of the holes.

NOTE: Do not install the parts if 4 minutes or more have elapsed since applying liquid gasket. Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing old residue.

Apply liquid gasket
along the broken line.

6.	Install the chain case cover. 6 x 1.0 mm 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 8.7 lbf·ft)