Buell 2002 P3 Service Manual page 349

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Static Timing
NOTE
The outer timer cover is tamper-resistant and must be drilled
out. A new outer timer cover will be required when doing this
procedure. Do not reuse timer cover after hole has been
drilled in it.
1. See Figure 7-22. Locate outer timer cover at bottom of
gearcase cover on right side of vehicle.
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WARNING
Always wear proper eye protection when drilling. Flying
debris could result in serious eye injury.
2. See Figure 7-18. Drill hole in outer timer cover at 5:00
position approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm) in from edge.
Pull out outer timer cover using 90 degree pick or other
suitable tool.
3. Remove the timing plug from the timing inspection hole
centered below the cylinder on the right side of the
crankcase.
4. Remove the spark plug.
5. Jack up or hoist vehicle to allow rotation of the rear
wheel.
NOTE
To check for intake valve closing place a finger over the spark
plug hole opening. While engine is on compression stroke, air
will be expelled from hole. When air is no longer expelled
from hole, both valves are closed and engine should be close
to TDC and between compression and power stroke.
6. Shift transmission into fifth gear, and standing on left
side of vehicle, slowly rotate rear wheel in direction of
forward motion (counter-clockwise) until front intake
valve opens and closes.
7. See Figure 7-22. Rotate rear wheel from right side of
vehicle in direction of forward motion (clockwise) until
TDC mark (vertical line) is centered in timing inspection
hole.
8. Turn ignition switch to ON position, make sure side stand
is up and place transmission in NEUTRAL.
9. See Figure 7-23. Loosen two screws and slowly rotate
module plate until red LED illuminates. Tighten module
plate screws to 10-20 in-lbs (1-2 Nm) when complete.
10. Install new outer cover.
11. Install timing plug. Tighten plug to 10-15 ft-lbs (14-21
Nm).
12. If possible, dynamically time engine as well to verify that
system is functioning properly. See DYNAMIC TIMING.
Begin at step 2.
7-22 2002 Buell P3: Electrical
WARNING
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Outer Timer
Cover
Figure 7-22. Timer Cover and Inspection Hole
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Figure 7-23. Static Ignition Timing (Typical)
Inspection
Hole Plug
Screw (2)
Module
Plate
LED