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[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
FRAME/BODY PANELS/EXHAUST SYSTEM
FRAME/BODYPANELS/EXHAUSTSYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
· This section covers removal and installation of the body panels and exhaust system.
· Serious burns may result if the exhaust system is not allowed to cool before components are removed or serviced.
· When installing the exhaust system, loosely install all of the exhaust pipe fasteners. Always tighten the exhaust clamps
first, then tighten the mounting fasteners. If you tighten the mounting fasteners first, the exhaust pipe may not seat
properly.
· Always replace the gaskets after removing the exhaust system.
· Always inspect the exhaust system for leaks after installation.
TORQUE VALUES
Front carrier/carry pipe bolt
37 N·m (3.8 kgf·m, 27 lbf·ft)
Gearshift lever knob screw
2 N·m (0.2 kgf·m, 1.4 lbf·ft)
Apply locking agent to the threads
Rear carrier bolt
37 N·m (3.8 kgf·m, 27 lbf·ft)
Muffler band bolt
23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m, 17 lbf·ft)
Front exhaust pipe cover band screw
3.2 N·m (0.3 kgf·m, 2.4 lbf·ft)
Rear exhaust pipe cover end band screw
5.4 N·m (0.6 kgf·m, 4.0 lbf·ft)
Rear exhaust pipe cover center band screw
3.2 N·m (0.3 kgf·m, 2.4 lbf·ft)
Muffler cover screw
3.2 N·m (0.3 kgf·m, 2.4 lbf·ft)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Excessive exhaust noise
· Broken exhaust system
· Exhaust gas leak
Poor performance
· Deformed exhaust system
· Exhaust gas leak
· Clogged muffler
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