
13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Chain tension
40 … 45 mm (1.57 …
1.77 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
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Adjust the chain tension. (
Finishing work
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Remove the vehicle from the center stand. (
13.10
Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
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Raise the vehicle with the center stand. (
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Check the chain tension. (
Summary of Contents for F9903T5
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Page 22: ...4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 20 4 1 View of vehicle front left example F01747 10...
Page 24: ...4 VIEW OF VEHICLE 22 4 2 View of vehicle rear right example F01748 10...
Page 62: ...7 COMBINATION INSTRUMENT 60 7 6 Indicator lamps F01267 01...
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Page 66: ...7 COMBINATION INSTRUMENT 64 7 7 Display F01753 10...
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