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MD1146
23. Place the cam chain tensioner assembly and gasket
into the cylinder making sure the ratchet side is
facing toward the top of the cylinder and secure
with the two cap screws.
MD1254
24. Install the cap screw and spring into the end of the
cam chain tensioner. Tighten securely.
MD1245
25. Loosen the adjuster screw jam nuts; then loosen
the adjuster screws on the rocker arms in the valve
cover.
26. Apply a thin coat of Three Bond Sealant to the
mating surface of the valve cover; then place the
valve cover into position. Note that the two align-
ment pins are properly positioned.
NOTE: At this point, the rocker arms and adjuster
screws must not have pressure on them.
27. Install the four top-side cap screws with rubber
washers; then install the remaining cap screws.
Tighten only until snug.
MD1261
28. In a crisscross pattern starting from the center and
working outward, tighten the cap screws (from
step 27) to 8 ft-lb.
29. Adjust valve/tappet clearance (see Section 2).
30. Place the two tappet covers with O-rings into posi-
tion; then install and tighten the cap screws
securely.
MD1264
31. Install the spark plug and tighten securely; then
install the timing inspection plug.
Left-Side Components
NOTE: For efficiency, it is preferable to remove
and disassemble only those components which
need to be addressed and to service only those
components. The technician should use discretion
and sound judgment.
NOTE: The engine/transmission does not have to
be removed from the frame for this procedure.
AT THIS POINT
To service any one specific component, only limited
disassembly of components may be necessary. Note
the AT THIS POINT information in each sub-section.
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