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Removing Engine/
Transmission
Many service procedures can be performed without
removing the engine/transmission from the frame.
Closely observe the note introducing each sub-section
for this important information.
ENGINE/TRANSMISSION
1. Remove the seat; then from the rear, remove the
battery cables (negative first) and the battery.
2. Remove the front rack, front body panel, and left
and right footrests (see Section 8).
3. Drain the coolant, engine oil, and transmission
lubricant (see Section 2).
4. From the left side, remove the E-clip from the shift
arm; then disconnect the shift linkage from the
shift arm. Account for a bushing and washer.
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5. Disconnect the speed sensor connector from the
speed sensor; then remove the cap screw securing
the engine and main harness ground to the trans-
mission.
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6. Loosen the two hose clamps securing the air
diverter to the inlet hoses; then remove the air
diverter.
7. Remove the upper radiator hose from the filler
neck; then loosen the hose clamp securing the
filler neck to the thermostat housing and remove
the filler neck.
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NOTE: Filler neck can remain attached to the
overflow recovery hose.
8. Remove the upper radiator hose from the radiator.
9. Remove the four cap screws securing the air filter
housing assembly to the frame; then disconnect
the air inlet hose from the intake manifold and
remove the air filter housing assembly.
AT THIS POINT
If the technician’s objective is to service/replace
left-side components, right-side components, and/or
top-side components, the engine/transmission does
not have to be removed from the frame.
AT THIS POINT
If the technician’s objective is to service/replace the
transmission, the engine does not have to be
removed from the frame (proceed to Transmission in
this sub-section).
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