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(13) ROCKER COVER
Replace the gasket with a new one, and mount
the rocker cover
M6 × 20 mm flange bolt : 2 pcs
NOTE: After adjusting the valve clearances, rotate the
crankshaft and check again that the intake and
exhaust valve clearance are correct
(12) VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
Temporarily fit the flywheel
Rotate the crankshaft up to the compression
top dead center and insert the thickness gauge
between the valve and the adjusting screw of
rocker arm to measure the clearance
[Adjustment method]
Loosen the nut on the adjustment screw and turn
the screw to adjust the valve clearance When
the valve clearance is correct, tighten the nut
Tightening torque
50 - 70 N
・
m
(50 - 70
kgf
・
cm )
(36 - 51 ft
・
lb)
Valve clearance (when the engine is cold)
Intake valve side
011 - 016 mm
(00043 - 00063 in)
Exhaust valve side
Tightening torque
50 - 70 N
・
m
(50 - 70
kgf
・
cm )
(36 - 51 ft
・
lb)
Adjust the valve clearance
insert the thickness gauge to the portions.
APPLY OIL
ROCKER COVER
GASKET
(ROCKER COVER)
SPARK PLUG