NOTE
If the crankshaft is replaced with a new one, refer to the Connecting Rod Big End Bearing/Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert Selection in the Specifications.
NOTICE
If the crankshaft, bearing inserts, or crankcase halves are replaced with new ones, select the bearing inserts and check clearance with a plastigage (press gauge) before assembling engine to be sure the correct bearing inserts are installed.
Turn the oil groove side of the thrust washer to the crankshaft.
NOTE

Front [D]
Connecting Rod Removal
Crankshaft Removal
Connecting Rod InstallationExhaust Butterfly Valve Cable Installation
Confirm whether pulley [A] is an angle shown in the figure.
41.7° ±7° [B]
This position is original position of the pulley.
NOTE
Correct the position electrically after confirming the use
is discontinued and there is no damage when differing
from the angle of shown in the figure.
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Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation
condition)
The high pressure inside the radiator hose can cause
coolant to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not
properly maintained.
Visually inspect the hoses for signs of deterioration.
Squeeze the hoses. A hose should not be hard and
brittle, nor should it be soft or swollen.
Repl ...
Crankshaft Removal
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Remove:
Connecting Rod Big End Nuts [A]
Connecting Rod Big End Caps [B]
NOTE
Mark and record the locations of the connecting rods
and their big end caps so that they can be reassembled
in their original positions.
Remove the crank ...