Checking The Timing Assembly - KTM 350 EXC-F EU Repair Manual

18 ENGINE
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Change O-ring of the starter motor.
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Connect the negative cable of a 12 volt power supply to the housing of the starter motor. Connect the positive cable of the power
supply briefly with the connector of the starter motor.
» If the starter motor does not turn when the circuit is closed:
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Change the starter motor.

18.4.33 Checking the timing assembly

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Check timing chain sprocket
» If there is damage or wear:
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Change the timing chain sprocket.
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Check the timing chain tensioning rail
» If there is damage or wear:
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Replace the timing chain tensioning rail.
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Check the timing chain guide rail
» If there is damage or wear:
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Replace the timing chain guide rail.
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Check the timing chain securing guide
» If there is damage or wear:
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Replace the timing chain securing guide.
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Check camshaft gears
» If there is damage or wear:
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Change the camshaft gears.
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Check timing chain
» If there is damage or wear:
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Replace the timing chain.
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Let the timing chain hang down freely. Check the timing chain links for smooth operation.
» The chain links no longer align in a straight line:
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Replace the timing chain.
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for damage and wear.
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for damage and wear.
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for damage and wear.
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for damage and wear.
for damage and wear.
for damage and wear.
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