If the teeth are worn as illustrated, replace the sprocket, and inspect the drive chain wear (see Drive Chain Wear Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Worn Tooth (Engine Sprocket) [A] Worn Tooth (Rear Sprocket) [B] Direction of Rotation [C]
NOTE
If a sprocket requires replacement, the chain is probably worn also. When replacing a sprocket, inspect the chain.

Coupling Damper Inspection
Rear Sprocket Warp InspectionCrankshaft 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 ...
External Shift Mechanism Inspection
Examine the shift shaft [A] for any damage.
If the shaft is bent, straighten or replace it.
If the serration [B] are damaged, replace the shaft.
If the spring [C] is damaged in any way, replace it.
If the shift mechanism arm [D] is damaged in any way,
replace the shaft.
Check the s ...
Nozzle Assy Installation
Replace the dust seals [A] with new ones.
Apply engine oil to the new dust seals, and install them.
Install the nozzle assy securely.
Push the four mounting positions of the injectors.
Set the joint pipe parallel to the air cleaner housing [B].
NOTICE
When installing the nozzle assy, ap ...