Can-Am DS 70, Operator'S Manual, Page: 95 / 132

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Check the free-play of drive chain and
adjust if necessary.
Drive Chain Cleaning and
Lubrication
Clean chain by soaking and agitating in
solvent.
Wipe it dry.
Lubricate using commercial chain lubri-
cant, refer to
MAINTENANCE SCHED-
ULE
for more details.
Drive Chain Adjustment
NOTE: Never adjust the drive chain
with the driver seated on the vehicle.
Remove all load on the vehicle.
Select a level surface and set transmis-
sion to NEUTRAL.
Check drive chain condition.
The drive chain should be checked,
lubricated and adjusted before every
ride.
To adjust chain, loosen rear axle locking
bolts.
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TYPICAL — REAR AXLE
1. Locking bolts
Loosen chain adjuster lock nut.
On so equipped models, push and hold
chain tensionner to release chain ten-
sion.
Turn chain adjuster nut until proper ad-
justment is obtained.
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TYPICAL
1. Chain adjuster
2. Chain adjuster lock nut
3. Chain adjuster nut
The free-play of the drive chain should
be between 44 to 57 mm (1-3/4 to
2-1/4 in) up and down.
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FREE-PLAY: 44 TO 57 MM (1-3/4 TO 2-1/4 IN)
When properly adjusted, tighten chain
adjuster lock nut.
Then, tighten drive axle locking bolts to
69 N•m (51 lbf•ft).
Drive Chain Roller Inspection
Inspect the drive chain roller around
swing arm pivot member for excessive
wear and damage. Replace if neces-
sary.
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