It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified.
Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the free play amount of rotating direction will affect the adjustment. Rotate the crankshaft to positive direction (clockwise viewed from output side).
Oil Seal, Grease Seal
Electrical LeadsClutch Plate Warp Inspection
Place each friction plate or steel plate on a surface plate
and measure the gap between the surface plate [A] and
each friction plate or steel plate [B] with a thickness gauge
[C]. The gap is the amount of friction or steel plate warp.
If any plate is warped over the service limit, repla ...
Master Cylinder Rubber Parts Replacement
Front Master Cylinder Disassembly
Remove the front master cylinder (see Front Master Cylinder
Removal in the Brakes chapter).
Remove the seal cover [A], circlip [B], connector [C] and
O-ring [D].
Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143
Unscrew the locknut [E] and pivot bolt ...
Coolant Change
WARNINGCoolant can be extremely hot and cause
severe
burns, is toxic and very slippery. Do not remove
the radiator cap or attempt to change the coolant
when the engine is hot; allow it cool completely.
Immediately wipe any spilled coolant from tires,
frame, engine or othe ...