Honda CX500 1978 Shop Manual page 4

1-1 WIRING DIAGRAM 1-6
1-1 CABLE & HARNESS ROUTING 1-7
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1-2 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 1-8
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GENERAL SAFETY
SERVICE RULES
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
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engine must he running to do some work, make
sure the area is well-ventilated. Never run the engine
in a closed area. The exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas.
TORQUE VALUES 1-4 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
LABEL 1-9
SPECIAL TOOLSICOMMON TOOLS 1-5
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1-10
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hulrery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Protect
your eyes, skin and clothing. In case of contact, flush
thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes
were exposed.
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i s extremely flammable and is explosive
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under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow
flames or sparks in your working area.
I%(, boirery generates hydrogen gas which can be
highly explosive. Do not smoke or allow flomes or
sparks near the battery, especially while chargingit.
SERVICE RULES
1. Use geniune HONDA or HONDA-recommended parts and lubricants or their equivalent. Parts that do not meet HONDA's
design specifications may damage the motorcycle.
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2. Use the special tools designed for this product.
3.
Install new gaskets, O-rings, cotter pins, lock plates, etc. when reasserhbling.
4. When torquing bolts or nuts, begin with larger-diameter or inner bolt first, and tighten t o the specified torque diagonally,
unless a particular sequence is specified.
5. Clean'parts in cleaning solvent upon disassembly. Lubricate any sliding surfaces before reassembly.
6. After reassembly, check all parts for proper installation and operation.
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7. Use only metric tools when servicing this motorcycle. Metric bolts, nuts, and screws are not interchangeable with English
fasteners. The use of incorrect tools and fasteners may damage the motorcycle.
Date of Issue: January. 1978
OHONDA MOTOR CO.. LTD