Service Manual

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Starter – Replace (If Required)
Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
battery and secure it so that it will not contact the
battery.
Label and disconnect the wiring harnesses in
front of the starter.
Remove starter mounting bolts (1), remove
starter (2) from the side of the crankcase, and
remove pins (3) from the rear of the starter.
Reinstall in reverse order.
Timing Gear – Inspect/Replace
The engine has two shafts, the camshaft (1) and
the crankshaft (2). Inspect the gears on each of
the shafts. If the gears are worn or any teeth are
broken, replace the gear. Check the
engagement of the gears. If the gears fit
together too loosely the engine will run louder
than normal. It is recommended that you replace
the gears if the engagement is loose. If you must
replace the gears or shafts, replacing them one
at a time will lessen the chance of assembling
them incorrectly.
The crankshaft and camshaft both have
alignment marks on the gear face. Use these
marks to align the gears during assembly. When
aligning the marks, make sure that the piston is
at the top dead center position.
Voltage Regulator – Replace
The voltage regulator is located behind the
engine access door on the side of the engine.
Open the engine access door.
Disconnect connector (4) from the voltage
regulator harness. Remove bolts (2), voltage
regulator (3), and gasket (1). Replace the gasket
(1) if damaged or worn. Reinstall in reverse
order.
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