E-Z-GO Engine, Shop Rebuild Manual

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ENGINE TOP END REASSEMBLY
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Kawasaki Engine Shop Rebuild Manual
F.
Apply engine oil to the push rods [A] and install them
onto the tappets [B].
G.
To install the push rods [A] in the correct positions on
the tappets [B], insert the push rod so that the end of
the push rod is sliding down along inside wall [C] of
the crankcase, and position the push rod end onto
the tappet.
H. Check that both inlet and exhaust push rods on each
cylinder are at the lowest position on the cam lobes
[D]. If not, turn the alternator rotor clockwise one turn
and position the crankshaft at TDC of the compres-
sion stroke.
I. Be sure the ends of the push rods are correctly
seated on the tappets.
J. Apply engine oil to the rocker arms.
K. Install rocker arms and valve clearance adjusting
nuts.
L. Check and adjust the valve clearance (see Inspect
Valve Clearance and Adjust Valve Clearance).
M. Install new gasket and valve cover.
N. Tighten:
Torque - Cylinder Head Cover Bolts: 6.9 N•m (0.70
kgf•m, 61 in-lb)
Engine Shroud Bolts: 5.9 N•m (0.60 kgf•m, 52 in-lb)