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13. Install new bolts (Item 11) and tighten evenly until
snug.
14. Torque connecting rod bolts to specification.
Connecting Rod Bolts:
Step 1: 9 ft-lbs (12 Nm)
Step 2: 13 ft-lb (18 Nm)
Step 3: Tighten add’n 105°
Balance Shaft Installation
1. Clean the upper crankcase balance shaft bearing
bore surfaces.
2. Align tab of new balance shaft bearings (Item 1) with
the slot in each bearing bore of crankcase. Press
bearing insert firmly into place.
3. Rotate the crankshaft until the alignment dot (Item 3)
on the crankshaft MAG end gear is visible.
4. Apply Polaris PS-4 engine oil to both balance shaft
journals (Item 2).
5. Install the balance shaft, placing the tooth with the
alignment dot (Item 3) in-line with the dot (Item 4) on
the crankshaft gear (see reference images below).
Lower Crankcase Preparation
NOTE: Always replace plain bearings when the
crankcase or connecting rods have been
disassembled. Refer to bearing selection
procedures.
1. Remove all traces of crankcase sealant from the
crankcase mating surfaces. Inspect the surfaces
closely for nicks, burrs or damage.
2. Clean bolt hole threads to remove any oil or
crankcase sealant.
3. Inspect crankcase bearing bores. Replace the
crankcase assembly if a bearing bore is galled or if
bearing inserts have rotated in the case.
4. Be sure alignment pins are in place where used.
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