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Joining Crankcase Halves
1. Using rubber bands, support the connecting rods to
align with the cylinder bores.
GZ340
2. Coat both sides with engine oil; then install the
spacer washer on the crankshaft with the radius
directed toward the crankshaft.
GZ341
3. Install the two alignment pins; then apply a thin bead
of Loctite #5900 or suitable substitute sealant to the
crankcase mating surface.
NOTE: Apply sealant sparingly in areas depicted by
arrows.
GZ298B
4. Carefully join the crankcase halves by placing the
left-side crankcase onto the assembled right side.
Secure with the cap screws (eight left side and one
right side).
GZ342
5. Tighten the 6 mm cap screws to 10 ft-lb and the 8
mm cap screws to 21 ft-lb using the pattern shown
and turning the shafts frequently to ensure there is no
binding.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to ensure
no binding or sticking occurs.
GZ457A
NOTE: Cap screw number eight (8) is installed from
the right side.
NOTE: If the secondary drive/driven assemblies
have been disassembled, refer to Servicing Center
Crankcase Components for proper gear tooth contact
and backlash.
6. Install the locating ring in the crankcase assembly;
then install the secondary driven shaft assembly and
secondary drive assembly making sure the locating
ring and bearing engage correctly.
GZ269A