Generally, when installing a part with several bolts, nuts, or screws, start them all in their holes and tighten them to a snug fit. Then tighten them according to the specified sequence to prevent case warpage or deformation which can lead to malfunction. Conversely when loosening the bolts, nuts, or screws, first loosen all of them by about a quarter turn and then remove them. If the specified tightening sequence is not indicated, tighten the fasteners alternating diagonally.

Tightening Torque
Incorrect torque applied to a bolt, nut, or screw may lead to serious damage. Tighten fasteners to the specified torque using a good quality torque wrench.

Replacement Parts
ForceCharging Condition Inspection
Battery charging condition can be checked by measuring
battery terminal voltage with a digital voltmeter [A].
Remove the seat (see Seat Removal in the Frame chapter).
Disconnect the battery terminals.
NOTICE
Be sure to disconnect the negative (–) cable first.
Measure the battery ...
Gear Position Switch Installation
Securely place the springs [A] and pins [B] into the holes
[C] of the shift drum.
Apply grease to the new O-ring [D].
Install the gear position switch [E].
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the gear position switch screws [F].
Tighten:
Torque - Gear Position Swit ...
Alternator Inspection
There are three types of alternator failures: short, open
(wire burned out), or loss in rotor magnetism. A short or
open in one of the coil wires will result in either a low output,
or no output at all. A loss in rotor magnetism, which may be
caused by dropping or hitting the alternator, by leav ...