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2-2-5 CONNECTING ROD
(1) Turn crankshaft to bottom dead center, lightly tap
top of the piston until large end of the rod meet
crank pin.
(2) Install connecting rod cap to connecting rod.
Attach connecting rod cap to connecting rod so
that the "MA" marking is faced upwards and the
splasher is located on the left-hand side.
Tighten connecting rod bolts to the specification.
M5 x 25 mm connecting rod bolt : 2 pcs.
(3) Check for free movement of connecting rod by
turning crankshaft slowly.
2-2-6 TAPPETS AND CAMSHAFT
(1) Oil the tappets and install them.
Push in fully to avoid damage during
camshaft installation.
(2) Lubricate bearing surfaces of camshaft.
(3) Align the timing mark on crankshaft gear with the
timing mark on camshaft and install camshaft in
the crankcase.
CAUTION:
Incorrect valve timing will cause malfunction
of the engine.
Tightening torque
6 - 8 N•m
(60 - 80 kgf•cm)
(4.3 - 5.7 ft•lb.)
M
A
"MA" MARK
SPLASHER
LEFT SIDE
TIMING MARK
CRANKSHAFT
GEAR
CAMSHAFT
