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Section 8
Disassembly
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Figure 8-63. Removing Flywheel with a Puller.
5. Remove the woodruff key.
Remove Stator and Backing Plate
1. Remove the four screws securing the backing
plate. See Figure 8-64. Remove the backing plate.
Figure 8-64. Removing Backing Plate.
2. Remove the two hex fl ange screws and the stator.
See Figure 8-65. Note the position/routing of the
stator lead.
NOTE: Always use a fl ywheel puller to remove
the fl ywheel from the cranksha . Do
not strike the cranksha or fl ywheel,
as these parts could become cracked
or damaged. Striking the puller or
cranksha can cause the crank gear to
move, aff ecting cranksha endplay.
Figure 8-65. Removing Stator.
Remove Closure Plate Assembly
1. Remove the ten hex fl ange screws securing the
closure plate to the crankcase. See Figure 8-66.
Figure 8-66. Removing Closure Plate Fasteners.
2. Locate the spli ing tabs cast into the perimeter
of the closure plate. Insert the drive end of a
1/2 in. breaker bar between the spli ing tab and
the crankcase and turn it to loosen the seal. See
Figure 8-67. Do not pry on the sealing surfaces as
this can cause leaks.