Subsection 02 (PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES)
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GEARBOX WITH GBPS
1. Magnetic drain plug
2. Oil level plug
7. Clean magnetic drain plug and pay attention to
any debris present on drain plug.
NOTE:
Presence of excessive debris provides an
indication of a gearbox problem.
8. Reinstall magnetic drain plug with a
NEW
seal-
ing washer.
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Magnetic drain plug
20 N•m ± 2 N•m
(15 lbf•ft ± 1 lbf•ft)
9. Dispose gearbox oil as per your local environ-
mental regulations.
Filling the Gearbox Oil
1. Fill the gearbox through the oil level hole until
the oil reaches the bottom of the oil level hole.
2. Install the oil level plug with its O-ring. Tighten
plug to specification.
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Oil level plug
5 N•m ± 0.6 N•m
(44 lbf•
in
± 5 lbf•
in
)
Inspecting the Gearbox Input and
Output Shafts Oil Seals
Remove driven pulley. Refer to
CONTINUOUSLY
VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
subsection.
Visually inspect gearbox oil seals for leaks. Re-
place if required.
Cleaning the Vehicle Speed Sensor
(VSS)
Remove the VSS. Refer to appropriate
GEARBOX
AND 4X4 COUPLING UNIT
subsection.
Remove all metal particles and oil from the VSS
magnet.
NOTE:
A dirty VSS will cause erratic speedometer
readings.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
Cleaning the CVT Air Inlet / Outlet
1. Remove CVT cover, refer to
CONTINUOUSLY
VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
subsection.
2. Inspect and clean the air inlet and outlet open-
ings from inside the CVT cover.
3. Inspect and clean the air outlet duct connected
to the exhaust system heat shield under the
seat.
NOTE:
If a lot of debris or grime are found in the
CVT system, it may be necessary to remove the
ducts and thoroughly clean them.
4. Reinstall CVT cover.
Cleaning the CVT Air Filter
Removing the CVT Air Filter
1. Remove gauge support, refer to
LIGHTS,
GAUGE AND ACCESSORIES
subsection.
2. Remove air filter from CVT air inlet by stretching
its sides.
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Cleaning the CVT Air Filter
1. Remove CVT air filter.
2. Inspect filter and replace if damaged.
3. Gently clean filter using a solution of soft soap
and tap water, then rinse thoroughly.
4. Dry filter completely.
5. Clean inside the CVT air inlet duct.
Installation the CVT Air Filter
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure.
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