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2017 VLX 700 Service Manual
Table Of Contents
General Information/Foreword ....................................... 2
Specifications ............................................................... 2
Torque Specifications.................................................... 3
Torque Conversions (ft-lb/N-m)..................................... 4
Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant .............................................. 4
Preparation For Storage ............................................... 4
Preparation after Storage ............................................. 5
Periodic Maintenance/Tune-Up ...................................... 6
Air Filter ........................................................................ 6
Valve/Tappet Clearance ................................................ 7
Testing Engine Compression ........................................ 7
Spark Plug .................................................................... 8
Muffler/Spark Arrester .................................................. 8
Engine/Transmission Oil - Filter ................................... 9
Front Differential/Rear Drive Lubricant ....................... 10
Shift Lever................................................................... 10
Hydraulic Brake Systems............................................ 11
Burnishing Brake Pads ............................................... 13
Checking/Replacing V-Belt ......................................... 13
Steering/Body/Controls ................................................ 15
Front Body Panel/Side Panels .................................... 15
Rear Body Panel/Rack................................................ 18
Indicator Display ......................................................... 19
Steering Post/Tie Rods............................................... 19
Handlebar Grip ........................................................... 22
Throttle Control ........................................................... 22
Steering Knuckles....................................................... 24
Front Wheel Alignment ............................................... 25
Shift Lever................................................................... 26
2WD/4WD Shift Lever................................................. 26
Front Rack .................................................................. 27
Front Bumper Assembly ............................................. 27
Footrests..................................................................... 27
Belly Panel.................................................................. 27
Muffler......................................................................... 28
Taillight Assembly ....................................................... 28
Seat ............................................................................ 28
Headlights - Taillight/ Brakelight.................................. 28
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 30
Engine/Transmission .................................................... 31
Specifications ............................................................. 31
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 32
Removing Engine/Transmission ................................. 34
Servicing Engine......................................................... 38
Installing Engine/Transmission ................................... 79
Fuel/Lubrication/ Cooling............................................. 83
Throttle Body ...............................................................83
Throttle Cable Free-Play .............................................85
Gas Tank .....................................................................85
Oil Pressure ................................................................85
Oil Flow Chart .............................................................86
Liquid Cooling System ................................................87
Troubleshooting ...........................................................89
Electrical System .......................................................... 90
Battery.........................................................................90
Ignition Switch .............................................................91
Ignition Coil .................................................................92
Accessory Receptacle/Connector ...............................92
Switches ......................................................................92
Fan Motor ....................................................................94
Lights...........................................................................95
Power Distribution Module (PDM) ...............................95
EFI Sensors/Components ...........................................96
RPM Limiter ..............................................................102
Stator Coil .................................................................102
Regulator/Rectifier ....................................................102
Starter Motor .............................................................103
Starter Relay .............................................................103
Electronic Control Module (ECM)..............................104
Indicator Display........................................................104
EFI Diagnostic System ..............................................105
Troubleshooting .........................................................107
Drive System/Brake System ...................................... 108
Front Differential ........................................................108
Drive Axles ................................................................119
Rear Gear Case ........................................................122
Hub............................................................................123
Hand Brake Lever/Master Cylinder Assembly ...........124
Hydraulic Brake Caliper.............................................126
Troubleshooting Drive System...................................129
Troubleshooting Brake System..................................129
Suspension.................................................................. 130
Shock Absorbers .......................................................130
Front A-Arms .............................................................131
Rear A-Arms .............................................................133
Wheels and Tires ......................................................134
Troubleshooting .........................................................135
Summary of Contents for VLX 70002017
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