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ENG
CAMSHAFTS
Decompression system
1. Check:
• Decompression system
Checking steps:
• Check that the decompression mecha-
nism cam
1
moves smoothly.
• Check that the decompression mechanism
cam lever pin
2
projects from the camshaft.
Timing chain tensioner
1. Check:
• While pressing the tensioner rod lightly
with fingers, use a thin screwdriver
1
and wind the tensioner rod up fully clock-
wise.
• When releasing the screwdriver by press-
ing lightly with fingers, make sure that the
tensioner rod will come out smoothly.
• If not, replace the tensioner assembly.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
Camshaft
1. Install:
• Exhaust camshaft
1
• Intake camshaft
2
Installation steps:
• Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise with
a wrench.
NOTE:
• Apply the molybdenum disulfide oil on the
camshafts.
• Apply the engine oil on the decompression
system.
• Squeezing the decompression lever
allows the crankshaft to be turned easily.
• Align the T.D.C. mark
a
on the rotor with the
align mark
b
on the crankcase cover when
piston is at T.D.C. on compression stroke.
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