Cam chain tensioner removal: Difference between revisions
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*Place the assembly over the crankcase mounting position and insert the tensioner pushrod into the hole. | *Place the assembly over the crankcase mounting position and insert the tensioner pushrod into the hole. | ||
*Assure the ball bearing and retainer spring and the O-ring remain in place as the | *Put a drop of blue Loctite on both mounting bolts. Tighten them by turning each a bit at a time. Assure the ball bearing and retainer spring and the O-ring remain in place as you tighten the bolts. | ||
*After installation of the tensioner, loosen the lock screw enough to free the pushrod (about 2 mm). You should hear a click as the pushrod releases. | *After installation of the tensioner, loosen the lock screw enough to free the pushrod (about 2 mm). You should hear a click as the pushrod releases. | ||
*Tighten the lock screw again | *Tighten the lock screw again. | ||
*The stiff spring in the push rod should now be firmly against the rear cam chain guide. | *The stiff spring in the push rod should now be firmly against the rear cam chain guide. | ||