Final Drive

Engine Sprocket Installation

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  • Replace the sprocket washer and axle cotter pin.
  • Install the engine sprocket onto the output shaft.
  • Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the threads and seating surface of the engine sprocket nut.
  • Tighten: Torque - Engine Sprocket Nut: 145 NВ·m (14.8 kgfВ·m, 107 ftВ·lb)

NOTE

Tighten the engine sprocket nut while applying the rear brake.

Engine Sprocket Installation

  • After torquing the engine sprocket nut, bend [A] two sides of the washer over the nut.
  • Adjust the drive chain slack after installing the engine sprocket (see Drive Chain Slack Adjustment in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
  • Install: Pin [A] Chain Guide [B] Engine Sprocket Cover [C]
  • Tighten: Torque - Engine Sprocket Cover Bolts: 9.8 NВ·m (1.0 kgfВ·m, 87 inВ·lb)
Engine Sprocket Installation

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