Installing The Engine - KTM 450 EXC-R EU Repair Manual

30/ENGINE

Installing the engine

Remove the cable binder and disconnect all connectors of the engine wiring har-
ness in area
Remove screws
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To not kink the clutch line.
Do not activate the clutch lever if the slave cylinder of the clutch has been
removed.
Take out the clutch push rod.
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Slide back cover
engine and take off the cable.
Remove screws
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Having an assistant is helpful in this step.
Ensure that the engine is adequately secured and will not fall over.
Protect the frame and attachments against damage.
Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
Position the engine in the frame. Mount screws
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Having an assistant is helpful in this step.
Ensure that the engine is adequately secured and will not fall over.
Protect the frame and attachments against damage.
Position the electrical connection on the starter engine. Mount and tighten the nut.
Slide on cover
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Specification
Remaining nuts, chassis
Insert the clutch push rod with the small diameter facing the clutch side.
Position the slave cylinder of the clutch. Mount and tighten screws
Specification
Screw, clutch slave cylinder
Attach all connectors of the engine wiring harness in area
Position the connectors, wiring harness and clutch line and fix them with cable
binders.
Attach the spark plug connector.
Attach the engine vent hose
Attach the cooler hose with the thermostat. Position hose clamps
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Attach the cooler hoses. Position hose clamps
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.
. Take off the slave cylinder of the clutch and hang it to one side.
. Remove the nut from the electrical connection on the starter
. Lift the engine out of the frame.
.
M6
M6
on the valve cover and engine case.
but do not tighten them yet.
15 Nm
(11.06 lbf ft)
.
10 Nm
(7.38 lbf ft)
.
and tighten.
and tighten.
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