3. ENGINE
3-
ENGINE OIL STRAINER
Oil Strainer Location
The engine oil strainer is located between both
crankcase halves.
Oil Strainer Removal
Separate crankcase halves .Refer to BOTTOM
END subsection.
Remove screws and retaining plate.
Pull out engine oil strainer.
1. Engine oil strainer
2. Retaining plate
3. Screws
Oil Strainer Cleaning and Inspection
Clean engine oil strainer with a part cleaner then
use an air gun to dry it.
Always wear eye protector. Chemicals can
cause a rash break out and injure your eyes.
Check engine oil strainer for cracks or other
damage. Replace if damaged.
Oil Strainer Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
OIL STRAINER RETAINING SCREWS
LOCTITE243 (BLUE)
(P/N293 800 060)
6N·m± 0.7N·m
(53lbf·in±6lbf·in)
REED VALVE
The engine is equipped with a reed valve which
prevents accumulation of larger oil quantities in
the crankcase. The reed valve is fitted into the
crankcase.
1. Reed valve
2. Stopper
3. Screws
Reed Valve Removal
Remove:
-PTO cover (refer to PTO COVER in the
BOTTOM END subsection)
- Reed valve retaining screws
- Stopper plate
- Reed valve.
Reed Valve Inspection
Check reed valve for cracks or other damage.
Replace reed valve if damaged.
Reed Valve Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
REED VALVE RETAINING SCREW
10N·m±1N·m
(89lbf·in±9lbf·in)