Checking The Adjustment Of The Hand Decompression Cable - KTM 400-660 LC4 1998-2005 Repair Manual

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10 mm
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– Tighten the screw .
– Connect the negative pole to the battery.
– Mount the seat, side covers and tank with the spoilers.
– When working on a model with an engine guard keep in mind that
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opening must be located on the right side and face the engine.

Checking the adjustment of the hand decompression cable

To check, set piston at compression, so that the valves are closed. While
doing this, slowly operate the kickstarter through its stroke until the
clicking sound (disengaging) of the automatic decompression can be
heard. Now the decompression lever must be operated 10 mm (0.4 in)
until resistance is felt (the exhaust valves begin to open). To adjust
move back the protective cover
correct the adjusting screw
push back protective cover.
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F THERE IS NO PLAY IN THE DECOMPRESSION LEVER
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DAMAGE
NOTE: Use only high-quality antifreeze (Motorex Anti Freeze) for the
cooling system. The frame oil should always be changed after engine
repair.
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FTER INSTALLING THE ENGINE CAREFULLY BLEED THE OIL SYSTEM
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INSTRUCTIONS O NOT REV THE ENGINE DURING THE BLEEDING PROCESS
– The motorcycle can be tested as soon as the engine is running
smoothly. After the test run check and, if necessary, correct all liquid
levels.
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, loosen the counter nut
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accordingly. Tighten counter nut and
CAUTION
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THIS CAN RESULT IN ENGINE
CAUTION
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and
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SEE OIL CHANGE
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