Drivetrain CT Repair
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8.3 Engine Removal
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8.3.1 To gain access to the throttle cable at the engine, remove the air
cleaner. Then, disconnect the throttle cable from the engine throttle
bracket. See section Replacing the Throttle Cable.
8.3.2 Cut the tie-wraps holding the harness to the engine and remove the
harness. Disconnect the wiring from the engine to the stop switch and
from the engine to the engine control module (gyro switch). See
section Engine Wiring.
8.3.3 Remove the drive belt as described in section Replacing the Drive Belt.
8.3.4 Remove the clutch assembly as described in section Replacing the
Standard Clutch.
8.3.5 Slide the spacer (36) from the engine drive shaft.
8.3.6 Remove the screws (50) from the beltguard plate (4) and remove the
beltguard plate.
8.3.7 Remove the washers (68) and the locknuts (79).
8.3.8 Remove the washer (73) and the ring terminal (37) of the engine
control module (gyro switch) from the engine stud.
8.3.9 Slide the engine off of the guard ring (1).
8.3.10 For the engine overhaul procedures, refer to the engine
manufacturer’s repair manual.