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PERIODIC INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended inspections and adjust-
ments. These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable machine
operation and a longer service life. In addition, the need for costly overhaul work will be greatly
reduced.
This information applies to machines already in service as well as new machines that are being pre-
pared for sale. All service technicians should be familiar with this entire chapter.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM
Item
Remarks
Initial
Every
1 month
or
800 km
(500 mi)
(40 hr)
Seasonally
or
4,000 km
(2,500 mi)
(200 hr)
Spark plugs
• Check condition.
• Adjust gap and clean.
• Replace if necessary.
Valve clearance
• Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold.
Every 40,000 km (25,000 mi)
Cylinder head/oil tank
breather system
• Check breather hose for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
Fuel filter
• Check condition.
• Replace if necessary.
Fuel line
• Check fuel hose for cracks or damage.
• Replace if necessary.
Idle speed
• Check and adjust idle speed.
Carburetors
• Adjust synchronization.
• Adjust the jets.
Whenever operating condition
(elevation/temperature) is changed.
Exhaust system
• Check for leakage.
• Tighten or replace gasket if necessary.
INTRODUCTION/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
CHART FOR THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
