Indian Motorcycle 2003 Chief Vintage, Service Manual

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The Indian Chief Vintage motorcycle is equipped with a
wet-type clutch that is controlled by a hand lever
(on left handlebar) and cable. The clutch assembly
incorporates 9 steel discs sandwiched between 10
friction discs keyed to the rear drive sprocket.
Procedures for maintaining and servicing the lever, cable
and clutch assembly follow.
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Inspect the clutch cable throughout the entire length.
Make sure it is not kinked or chafed. Replace the cable
if it is damaged or does not slide freely due to corrosion
or fraying.
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Remove the snap ring from the bottom of the clutch
lever pivot pin, using an external snap ring pliers.
Figure 386 — Snap ring removal
Push up on the pivot pin and pull it from the lever and
bracket.
With the pin removed, slowly pull the lever and cable
out from the bracket.
Figure 387 — Clutch lever and cable removal
Remove the nylon cable retaining pin and cable end
from the lever. Use care to keep the nylon bushings
from falling out of the lever.
Clean and inspect the pivot bushings and pins. Replace
any parts that are worn or damaged.
Figure 388 — Lever and pivot pin
Lubricate the cable with a suitable lubricant such as
“Champions Choice
®
” brand, or an equivalent product.
Insert the cable end between the nylon pivot bushings
in the lever and install the retaining pin.
Place the lever and cable back in the bracket. Align the
pivot pin hole in the lever with the hole in the bracket
and insert the pin.
Using a snap ring pliers, install the snap ring in its
groove at the bottom of the pivot pin.