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11. Remove all the transmission cover bolts. Using
suitable pry bars, remove the cover using the
designated pry points (indicated by the black arrows
in the illustration below). Tap cover with soft face
hammer to remove.
12. Note location of chain tensioner cam (N). If fully
ex
tended, chain is worn beyond service limit and
should be replaced along with the chain tensioner
shoe.
13. Remove the cam chain tensioner spring (O). Slide the
ca
m chain tensioner shoe (P), pins (Q) and cam chain
tensioner cam (N) from the assembly.
14. Remove the differential gear (R)
and chain by gently
prying underneath or tapping the differential gear from
the opposite side until it tips toward the output gear
(S). The differential gear is connected to the shift fork
and must slide backwards to clear the fork arms once
the chain is removed.
Do not pry on case sealing surfaces.
Use only the designated pry points
on the transmission.