Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum Antiknock Index of 90.
The Antiknock Index is posted on service
station pumps. The octane rating
of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance
to detonation or “knocking.” The
Antiknock Index is an average of the
Research Octane Number (RON) and
the Motor Octane Number (MON) as
shown in the table.
NOTICE
Use minimum of 90 octane gasoline only to prevent severe engine damage.
NOTICE
If engine “knocking” or “pinging” occurs, use a different brand of gasoline of a higher octane rating. If this condition is allowed to continue it can lead to severe engine damage.
Gasoline quality is important.
Fuels of low quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may result in unsatisfactory performance. Operating problems that result from the use of poor quality or nonrecommended fuel may not be covered under your warranty.
Fuel Tank
Fuels Containing OxygenatesClutch Cover Assembly
Replace the needle bearings and oil seal with new ones.
NOTE
Install the needle bearings so that the manufacture’s
mark face out.
Install the needle bearings [A] and oil seal [B] position as
shown in the figure.
Press the upper and lower bearings so that the bearing
surface [ ...
Crankcase Splitting
Remove the engine (see Engine Removal in the Engine
Removal/Installation chapter).
Set the engine on a clean surface and hold the engine
steady while parts are being removed.
Remove:
Cylinder Head (see Cylinder Head Removal in the Engine
Top End chapter)
Starter Motor (see Starter M ...
Alternator Rotor Installation
Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt on the following
portions and dry them with a clean cloth.
Crankshaft Tapered Portion [A]
Alternator Rotor Tapered Portion [B]
Install the alternator rotor.
Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt on the
washer [A] ...