ENGINE
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CAM CHAIN TENSIONER INSTALLATION
1. Release the ratchet pawl (A) and push the
tensioner plunger (B) all the way into the
tensioner body.
2. Install the tensioner body with a new gasket and
tighten the bolts.
3. Install the spring, new sealing washer, and
tensioner plug.
4. Slowly rotate engine two to three revolutions and
re-check cam timing.
STATOR, FLYWHEEL AND STARTER DRIVE INSTALLATION
NOTE: The stator, flywheel, starter drive, and recoil
can be assembled with the engine in the frame.
Stator
1. Apply a light film of grease to the crankshaft seal.
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease or assembly
lubricant to the crankshaft bushing.
2. Install a new O-Ring in the oil passage recess in
the crankcase.
3. Apply 3 Bond 1215 (P/N 2871557) or an
equivalent sealer to the stator plate outer surface
and install a new O-Ring.
4. Installthestatorplatebeing carefulnot todamage
theseal. Aligntimingreferencemarksontheplate
and crankcase. Be sure the plate is fully seated.
NOTE: This is a static timing mark. Strobe timing
should be performed after start up.
B
A
Tensioner Bolt Torque:
6 ft. lbs. (.828 kg-m)
Tensioner Plug Torque:
17 ft. lbs. (2.346 kg-m)