Husqvarna K970 SmartGuard Workshop Manual page 50

6.12.5 To disassemble the crankcase
Divide the crankcase with a universal puller and a grip
plate from Husqvarna. Refer to
on page 10 and Servicing tools overview on page 11 .
1. Disassemble the basic modules from the crankcase.
2. Remove the 7 screws that hold the crankcase
halves together.
3. Put the grip plate above the hole for the crankshaft
and push out the crankshaft with the puller.
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4. Do the same with the other side of the crankcase.
5. Make sure there is no radial play on the connecting
rod by the crankshaft journal. If there is radial play,
the unit must be replaced.
6. Carefully clean the gasket surfaces.
6.12.6 To remove the bearings from the crankcase
Usually the bearing releases from the crankshaft when
the crankcase is disassembled. If not, you can remove
the bearing with the puller, refer to
overview on page 11 . To replace the bearing you must
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