NOTE:
Prior to checking the ignition timing, check the wiring connections of the entire ignition system.
Make sure all connections are tight and free of corrosion.
1. Remove:
2. Remove:
3. Lift the fuel tank. (Do not disconnect the fuel hose, fuel drain hose, and couplers.) Refer to "FUEL TANK" on page 7-1.
4. Connect:
5. Check:
a. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes,
and then let it run at the specified engine
idling speed.
b. Check that stationary pointer "a" in the generator cover is within the firing range "b" on the generator rotor.
Incorrect firing range → Check the ignition system.
NOTE:
The ignition timing is not adjustable.
6. Remove:
7. Install:
8. Install:
9. Install:
Checking the crankshaft position sensor
1. Disconnect:
Crankshaft position sensor coupler
(from the wire harness)
2. Check:
Crankshaft position sensor resistance
Out of specification Replace
the crankshaft
position sensor/stator assembly.
a. Connect the pocket tester ( × 100) to the
crankshaft position sensor c ...
Checking the cooling system
1. Remove:
Side covers
Upper side cowlings
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Check:
Radiator "1"
Radiator inlet hose "2"
Radiator outlet hose "3"
Coolant reservoir hose "4"
Water pump breather hose "5"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1 ...
Checking the valve seats
The following procedure applies to all of the
valves and valve seats.
1. Eliminate:
Carbon deposits
(from the valve face and valve seat)
2. Check:
Valve seat
Pitting/wear Replace the
cylinder head.
3. Measure:
Valve seat width C "a"
Out of specification Replace
the ...