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Fuel System
Fuel Component Servicing
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Remove the reed valve retainer screws and
remove the assembly.
Use caution to prevent damaging reed valve
assemblies.
Inspection
Inspect the leaf plate assemblies for damage or
contamination:
• Leaf plates must not be distorted.
• Leaf valve must not be cracked or chipped.
• Leaf plate stops must not be distorted or loose.
• Leaf plate assemblies must be clean.
Inspect the intake manifold. All gasket surfaces
must be cleaned, smooth, and free of nicks. Use a
machinist’s straight-edge and a feeler gauge to
check flatness in all directions. Surface must be
flat, ± 0.004 in. (0.10 mm).
Assembly
Remove old adhesive from reed valve retaining
screws.
Install gasket on reed plate assembly. DO NOT
use sealer on the gasket.
Prime screw threads with Locquic Primer and let
dry. Apply Nut Lock to threads. Position reed valve
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NOTICE
DO NOT disassemble reed valve assemblies.
Damaged reed plates are not serviceable and
are replaced as an assembly.
1. Straight-edge
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