Suzuki VZR1800 2007, Service Manual

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3-102 ENGINE
• Tighten the front and rear cylinder nuts to the specified
torque.
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Cylinder nut: 13 N·m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.5 lb-ft)
FRONT CAMSHAFTS
• Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise approx. 1-1/3 turns
(486°) with the box wrench and align “F I T” line
A
on the
crankshaft with the index marks
B
of the upper crankcase
hole while keeping the camshaft drive chain pulled upward.
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• The camshafts are identified by the embossed letters.
• Before replacing the camshafts on cylinder head, apply
MOLYBDENUM OIL SOLUTION to their journals and cam
faces.
• Apply a MOLYBDENUM OIL SOLUTION to the camshaft jour-
nal holders.
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MOLYBDENUM OIL SOLUTION
NOTE:
Before installing the camshaft, check that the tappets are
installed correctly.
Front
Rear
Pull the cam chains upward, or the chain will be
caught between crankcase and cam drive sprocket.
T
F F
To adjust the camshaft timing correctly, be sure to
align “F I T” line
A
with the index marks
B
and hold
this position when installing the camshafts.