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Engine/Cooling/Exhaust
3
Variable Exhaust System (VES)-Threaded Valve
Assembly Notes:
• Replace spring if rusted, bent, or distorted
• Inspect bellows for tears.
• Inspect guillotine threads and cap nut threads for
w
ear/galling. Replace parts as required.
• Discard gasket. Replace with new parts during
asse
mbly.
• Clean components as outlined in Chapter 2-
Main
tenance.
EV CAP
SPRING
CAP NUT
BELLOWS
GUILLOTINE
EV BASE
SPACER
GASKET
A
A
B
EV Cap Screws (A): 10.5-13.5 ft-lbs (14.3-18.3 Nm)
Apply Loctite® 242™ to cylinder screws.
Cap Nut (B): 14-18 ft-lbs (19.1-24.5 Nm)
Apply Loctite® 242™ to threads.