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13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Shift the transmission to idle .
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Pull the lower chain section with specified weight
A
.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measurement 15 kg (33 lb.)
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Measure distance
B
of 18 chain rollers in the lower chain section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-
ent chain positions.
Maximum distance
B
at the longest
chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If distance
B
is greater than the specified measurement:
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Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket
should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on an old, worn rear sprocket or engine
sprocket.
For safety reasons, the chain has no chain joint.