Cylinder Head Bolt Release Sequence
Lightly tap the cylinder head with a rubber mallet to break the seal of the gasket.
3.
Lift the head directly upwards until clear of the camshaft drive chain rubbing blades.
4.
Cylinder Head - Inspection
Cylinder Head - Installation
Thoroughly clean the surface of the head and check for damage and pitting of the combustion chambers.
1.
Using a straight edge, check the cylinder head gasket face for warp which could lead to gasket failure.
Replace the head if warped.
2.
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chef
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Straight edge
1.
Cylinder head gasket face
2.
Feeler gauge
3.
For specifications refer to Cylinder Head and Valves.
3.
WARNING
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. This will help prevent it
from falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle.
Remove and re-seal the cylinder liners (see Cylinder Liners - Removal).
Thoroughly clean the upper faces of the crankcase taking care not to damage the mating surfaces.
1.
Fit a new cylinder head gasket (TOP marking uppermost) ensuring that the head to crankcase location
dowels are correctly in place.
2.
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Page 66: ...Exploded View Clutch Cover Tiger Explorer XR Series 62 of 746 ENGINE COVERS...
Page 117: ...Exploded View Clutch Controls Tiger Explorer XR Series 113 of 746 CLUTCH...
Page 171: ...Exploded View Gear Selectors and Drum Tiger Explorer XR Series 167 of 746 TRANSMISSION...
Page 231: ...Tiger Explorer XR Series 227 of 746 FUEL SYSTEM ENGINE MANAGEMENT...
Page 232: ...Exploded View Airbox Tiger Explorer XR Series 228 of 746 FUEL SYSTEM ENGINE MANAGEMENT...
Page 354: ...Coolant Tiger Explorer XR Series 350 of 746 COOLING...
Page 373: ...Exploded View Hand Guards Tiger Explorer XR Series 369 of 746 FRONT SUSPENSION...
Page 409: ...Tiger Explorer XR Series 405 of 746 REAR SUSPENSION...
Page 459: ...Tiger Explorer XR Series 455 of 746 BRAKES...
Page 460: ...Exploded View Rear Brake Caliper Tiger Explorer XR Series 456 of 746 BRAKES...
Page 548: ...Tiger Explorer XR Series 544 of 746 WHEELS TYRES...
Page 560: ...Exploded View Cockpit and Mountings Tiger Explorer XR Series 556 of 746 FRAME BODYWORK...
Page 561: ...Exploded View Mirrors Tiger Explorer XR Series 557 of 746 FRAME BODYWORK...
Page 563: ...Exploded View Engine Protection Bars Tiger Explorer XR Series 559 of 746 FRAME BODYWORK...
Page 564: ...Exploded View Front and Rear Footrests Tiger Explorer XR Series 560 of 746 FRAME BODYWORK...
Page 565: ...Exploded View Side Stand and Centre Stand Tiger Explorer XR Series 561 of 746 FRAME BODYWORK...
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Page 628: ...Exploded View Headlight Tiger Explorer XR Series 624 of 746 ELECTRICAL...
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