CRANKCASE
CRANKCASE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
CRANKCASE
(*) Refer to page of base shop manual (GX240/GX270/GX340/GX390UT2, P/N 61Z5F00E3).
Drain the engine oil
(page
3-4)*
Remove the key (6.3 x 6.3 x 43 mm) (If equipped).
DOWEL PIN (8 x 12 mm) (2)
CRANKCASE COVER
REMOVAL:
Insert a screwdriver into the recess as shown and remove the crankcase
cover from the cylinder barrel by gentry prying the screwdriver.
gx240ut2_gx270ut2_gx340ut2_gx390ut2
OIL FILLER CAP PACKING (2)
OIL FILLER CAP
(With oil level gauge)
KEY (6.3 x 6.3 x 43 mm)
(If equipped)
(Bearing)
INSTALLATION:
Clean the mating surfaces of the crankcase cover and
the cylinder barrel with a degreasing cleaning agent
or a clean shop towel.
Apply liquid sealant (Hondabond HT, Hondabond 4,
or equivalent) to the mating surface on the crankcase
cover as shown.
Wait for 30 minutes after assembly. Do not add oil or
start the engine during this period.
Apply a bread about
1.0 – 1.5 mm (0.04 – 0.06 in)
(Oil seal lip)
OIL FILLER CAP
BOLT (8 x 40 mm) (7)
24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 17 lbf·ft)