Engine Installation; Preparation For Installation - Victory Cross Roads Classic Service Manual

ENGINE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

ENGINE INSTALLATION

Preparation For Installation

Refer to page 6.4 for torque values and assembly views.
Arrange for assistance when installing engine.
The engine must be held securely and aligned
properly to prevent damage to engine, frame,
wiring, or hoses. The engine is very heavy and
could cause severe personal injury if not handled
properly. Be sure engine is properly supported
before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: Be sure alignment pins are in place on
engine crankcase.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean mating surfaces of rear sub frame and engine
crankcase. Lightly grease the alignment pins.
2. Move engine on a table lift into position through
RIGHT side.
3. Move the lift until the throttle body adaptor is centered
and aligned under the air box seal.
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4. Connect both front and rear injectors.
NOTE: White / Gray injector wire is Rear cylinder;
White / Blue is Front cylinder.
5. Route front injector wire harness along top of fuel rail
toward throttle reel. Secure harness to the fuel rail with
a tie strap (A) located about 6mm (1/4 inch) past the
IAC fitting, on the throttle reel side.
6. Route rear injector wire harness along top of fuel rail
toward throttle reel. Secure harness to the fuel rail with
a tie strap (B) located about 6mm (1/4 inch) past the
IAC fitting, on the throttle reel side.
7. Attach a shop crane or an overhead hoist to the rear
frame section.
8. Remove swingarm pivot shaft and lower shock and
strut bolts (if they were re-installed after engine
removal) and lower the swingarm to the work bench.
9. Apply a rubber lubricant (sparingly) or a light film of oil
to the throttle body adaptor and air box seal.
A
B