Crankshaft/Transmission

Torque Limiter Installation

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  • Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to the torque limiter shaft [A].
  • Install the torque limiter [B], the collar [C] and the shaft.

Turn the large-hole end of the shaft to inside as shown in the figure.

  • Replace the washer [D] with a new one.
  • Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the torque limiter shaft plug [E].
  • Tighten: Torque - Torque Limiter Shaft Plug: 25 NВ·m (2.5 kgfВ·m, 18 ftВ·lb)
Torque Limiter Installation

  • Replace the torque limiter cover with a new one.
  • Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt on the mating surface of the crankcase and the torque limiter cover.

Dry it with a clean cloth.

  • Apply liquid gasket [A] to the crankcase as shown in the figure.
  • Sealant - Liquid Gasket, TB1207B: 92104-2068
    Torque Limiter Installation

    • Install the torque limiter cover [A].

    Face the bulged side of the cover upward.

    NOTE

    • Make the application finish within 7 minutes when the liquid gasket to the mating surface of the crankcase is applied.
    • Moreover fit the cover and tighten the bolts [B] just after application of the liquid gasket.
    Torque Limiter Installation

    • Tighten: Torque - Torque Limiter Cover Bolts: 9.8 NВ·m (1.0 kgfВ·m, 87 inВ·lb)
    • Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).

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