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Particular attention should be paid when installing a new part, that any dust or metal
filings are cleared from the immediate area.
Force
Common sense should dictate how much force is necessary in assembly and
disassembly. If a part seems especially difficult to remove or install, stop and examine
what may be causing the problem. Never lever a component as this will cause damage
both to the component itself and to the surface being levered against.
Whenever tapping to aid removal of an item is necessary, tap lightly using a hide or
plastic faced mallet.
Edges
Watch for sharp edges, especially during engine disassembly and assembly. Protect the
hands with industrial quality gloves. When replacement parts are required, it is essential
that only genuine Triumph parts are used.
Safety features and corrosion prevention treatments embodied in the motorcycle may
be impaired if parts other than genuine Triumph parts are fitted. In certain territories,
legislation prohibits the fitting of parts not to the manufacturer's specification.
Tightening procedure
Generally, when installing a part with several bolts, nuts or screws, they should all be
started in their holes and tightened to a snug fit, evenly and in a cross pattern. This is to
avoid distortion of the part and/or gas or oil leakage. Conversely, bolts, nuts, or screws,
should all be loosened (in sequence if specified) by about a quarter of a turn and then
removed.
Where there is a tightening sequence specified in this Service Manual, the bolts, nuts, or
screws must be tightened in the order and by the method indicated.
Torque wrench setting figures given in this manual must be observed. The torque tools
used must be of accurate calibration.
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