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CHK
ADJ
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
2. Adjust:
• drive chain slack
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NOTE:
The drive chain slack is adjusted by the rota-
tion of the rear axle hub.
a. Loosen the rear axle pinch bolts
1
.
NOTE:
Loosen the rear axle pinch bolts in the proper
sequence as shown.
b. Insert an appropriate shaft
2
in the hole
4
of rear axle hub
3
so that the sprocket
bracket
5
does not move.
c. Shift the transmission into the neutral posi-
tion.
d. To loosen the drive chain, push the vehicle
forward, and to tighten the drive chain, pull
the vehicle backward.
CAUTION:
Excessive chain slack will overload the
engine and other vital parts; keep the slack
within the specified limits.
e. If the chain slack cannot be adjusted,
replace the sprockets and drive chain as a
set.
f. Tighten the rear axle pinch bolts
1
.
NOTE:
• Tighten the rear axle pinch bolts
1
in the
proper sequence as shown.
• The chain should be cleaned and lubricated
after every use of the vehicle.
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Rear axle pinch bolt
21 Nm (2.1 m · kg, 15 ft · lb)
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4
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