If the oil filter holder bolt [A] was removed, tighten it.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the oil filter holder bolt.
Torque - Oil Filter Holder Bolt: 35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 ft·lb)


Blow away the particles by applying compressed air [B] from the inside to the outside (from the clean side to the dirty side).

| WARNING Gasoline and low flash-point solvents can be flammable and/or explosive and cause severe burns. Clean the screen in a well-ventilated area, and take care that there are no sparks or flame anywhere near the working area; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Do not use gasoline or a low flash-point solvent to clean the screen. |
NOTE
While cleaning the oil screen, check for any metal particles that might indicate internal engine damage.
If the screen is damaged, replace it.
Face the flanged side [B] to the bottom.
Lower Crankcase [C]
Face the knob of the clamp [F] inward as shown in the figure.
Viewed from Bottom [G]

Turn the chamfered side [C] downward.
Fit the claws [E] to the crankcase rib [F].

Torque - Oil Pan Bolts: 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)
Front [D]

Oil Pan RemovalBrake Lever Adjuster
There is an adjuster on the brake
lever. The adjuster has 6 positions so
that the released lever position can be
adjusted to suit the operator’s hands.
Push the lever forward and turn the adjuster
to align the number with the mark
on the lever holder. The distance from
the grip to the rel ...
Ignition System
WARNINGThe ignition system produces extremely
high voltage.
Do not touch the spark plug, ignition coil or ignition
coil lead while the engine is running, or you
could receive a severe electrical shock.
NOTICE
Do not disconnect the battery cables or any other
electrical ...
Crankshaft Removal
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Remove:
Connecting Rod Big End Nuts [A]
Connecting Rod Big End Caps [B]
NOTE
Mark and record the locations of the connecting rods
and their big end caps so that they can be reassembled
in their original positions.
Remove the crank ...