Buell P3 2003 Service Manual page 226

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Figure 3-117. Gearcase Cover Mounting Screw
Torque Sequence
5. See Figure 3-117. Install gearcase cover over all gears
and onto right crankcase half. Secure cover to crankcase
half with 7 socket head screws. Tighten screws evenly to
80-110 in-lbs (9-12 Nm). Use torque sequence as
shown.
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Figure 3-118. Checking Cam Gear End Play
6. See Figure 3-118. Check cam gear end play for each
cam gear as follows:
a. Turn engine over until lobe of cam gear being
checked is pointing toward its respective tappet
guide hole.
b. Gently pry the cam gear toward the gearcase cover
using a flat blade screwdriver.
c. Measure gap between bushing (in crankcase half)
and cam gear shaft thrust face (shoulder) using a
feeler gauge. This is cam gear end play.
d. Compare cam gear end play measurements with the
SERVICE WEAR LIMITS. Make repairs as required
if end play does not meet specifications.
7. Install hydraulic lifters and push rods. See
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS.
8. Install cam position sensor and rotor in gearcase cover.
7.8 IGNITION MODULE AND CAM POSITION SEN-
SOR.
9. Install any components removed to gain access to gear-
case (i.e. exhaust system components, air cleaner, etc.).
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