4-8
AF920D
Gas Tank
REMOVING
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the rear rack and fenders (see Section 8).
3. Disconnect the hose from the fuel pump to the carbu-
retor.
4. Remove the cap screws securing the gas tank to the
frame.
5. Disconnect the fuel gauge connector; then remove
the gas tank.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is nec-
essary.
1. Clean all gas tank components with parts-cleaning
solvent.
2. Inspect all hoses for cracks or leaks.
3. Inspect tank cap and tank for leaks, holes, and dam-
aged threads.
4. Remove the fuel level sensor/fuel pick-up assembly
and inspect the fuel level sensor and fuel screen.
INSTALLING
1. Install the fuel level sensor/fuel pick-up assembly.
2. Place the gas tank into position in the frame; then
install the cap screws. Tighten securely.
3. Connect the gasline hose from the carburetor; then
connect the fuel gauge connector.
4. Install the vent hose; then fill the gas tank with gaso-
line.
5. Start the engine and inspect for leakage.
6. Install the rear fenders and rack (see Section 8); then
install the seat making sure it latches securely.
Oil Filter/Oil Pump
NOTE: Whenever internal engine components wear
excessively or break and whenever oil is contami-
nated, the oil pump should be replaced. The oil pump
is not a serviceable component.
Testing Oil Pump
Pressure
NOTE: The engine must be warmed up to the speci-
fied temperature for this test.
1. Connect the Tachometer to the engine or utilize the
LCD (if equipped).
2. Connect the Oil Pressure Test Kit to the oil pressure
test port.
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NOTE: Some oil seepage may occur when installing
the oil pressure gauge. Wipe up oil residue with a
cloth.
3. Start the engine and run at 3000 RPM. With the oil
temperature at 60° C (140° F), the oil pressure gauge
must read 1.2-1.5 kg/cm
2
(17-21 psi).
NOTE: If the oil pressure is lower than specified,
check for low oil level or a defective oil pump.
NOTE: If the oil pressure is higher than specified,
check for too heavy engine oil weight (see Section 1),
clogged oil passage, clogged oil filter, or improper
installation of the oil filter.
! WARNING
Adjust the idle to the correct RPM. Make sure the engine
is at normal operating temperature of 85° C (185 ° F)
before adjusting the idle RPM.
! WARNING
Whenever any maintenance or inspection is made on
the fuel system during which there may be fuel leakage,
there should be no welding, smoking, open flames, etc.,
in the area.
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