Triumph TR7 - Check;Adjust Torque of Cylinder Head Nuts;Bolts; Clean Crankcase Breather Flame Trap; Security and Condition

Check/Adjust Torque of Cylinder Head Nuts/Bolts ~ TAl
(1) To avoid distortion 01 the cylinder head It is important
that the retaining nuts and bolts are tightened in
alphabetical order, as illustrated. to the correct torque
of 7.6kgf m (50 ft/lb).
(2) When releasing the nuts and bolts. prior to removing
the cylinder head. the sequence must be reversed.
(3) When checking the torque loading of the nuts and bolts
they should first be slackened off to overcome static
friction and then fe-lightened to the correct torque
figure 17.
Clean Crankcase Breather Flame Trap
va Engines only
(1) Detach the hose from the flame trap_
(2) Unscrew the flame trap_
(3) Clean the flame trap thoroughly, renew it if satisfactory
cleaning is not possible or there are signs of
deterioration or damage.
(4) Refit the
flame trap and reconnect the hose
(5) Run
the engine until it is at normal operatmg
temperature and, if necessary, adjust the idle speed,
Check Crankcase Breathing and Evaporative Loss Control
Systems
Check Hoses/Pipes and Restrictors for 8lockage.
Security and Condition
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Fig.17 TR7 evlinder head fastenings
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