ODES UTV Desertcross 1000cc-3, Maintenance Manual

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7. Then compress the spring and screw the plug in.
NOTE: To avoid overstressed timing chain, the
plug must engage into threads within the first full
turn.
8. Remove locking tool and install all other
removed parts.
9. Finally, tighten the plug.
CAMSHAFT TIMING GEARS
Camshaft Timing Gear Removal
Remove the valve cover , refer to TOP END sub
section.
Turn crankshaft to TDC ignition of the respective
cylinder and lock magneto flywheel, see
CAMSHAFT TIMING in this subsection.
Unscrew timing chain tensioner. Refer to TIMING
CHAIN TENSIONERS in this subsection.
Remove camshaft timing gear retaining screws.
1. Camshaft timing gear retaining screws
2. Camshaft timing gear
Remove the camshaft timing gear.
NOTE: Secure timing chain with a piece of wire.
Camshaft Timing Gear Inspection
Check camshaft timing gear for wear or
deterioration.
If gear is worn or damaged, replace it as a set with
the timing chain.
For crankshaft gear, refer to BOTTOM END
subsection, see CRANKSHAFT.
Camshaft Timing Gear Installation
For installation, reverse the removal procedure.
Pay attention to the following details.
1. Clean mating surface and threads of camshaft
prior installing camshaft timing gear.
1. Mating surface on camshaft
2. Threads for camshaft screws
2. Crankshaft must be set to TDC ignition position
before installing the timing chain, refer to
CAMSHAFT TIMING in this subsection.
3. Insta1l the camshaft timing tool on the cylinder
head.
REQUIED TOOL
CAMSHAFT TIMING
TOOL
NOTE: Align tube of camshaft adjustment tool
properly with machined radius on cylinder head.
CAMSHAFT TIMING TOOL INSTALLED
1. Tube (camshaft adjustment tool)
2. Machined radius (camshaft adjustment tool)
3. Cylinder head