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TIPThere are alignment marks on both drive chain
pullers and an alignment mark on each side of the
swingarm. Make sure to align the same alignment
mark on both drive chain pullers with the alignment
mark on either side of the swingarm for proper
wheel alignment.4. Tighten the locknuts and the axle holding bolts
to the specified torques.
EBU24882Lubricating the drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.
Service the drive chain as follows.NOTICEECB00561The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-
ing the ATV or riding in the rain or wet areas.1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a
small soft brush. NOTICE: To prevent dam-
aging the O-rings, do not clean the drive
chain with steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
[ECB00571]
1. Locknut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
3. Alignment marks
Tightening torques:
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
Axle holding bolt (upper):
120 Nm (12 m·kgf, 87 ft·lbf)
Axle holding bolt (lower):
73 Nm (7.3 m·kgf, 53 ft·lbf)
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