Honda CM 185T 1981 Manual page 89

CLUTCH/OIL PUMP/GEAR SHIFT/KICK STARTER
TROUBLESHOOTING
Faulty clutch operation can usually be corrected by adjusting the free play.
Clutch Slips When Accelerating
1. No free play
2. Discs worn
3. Springs weak
Clutch Will Not Disengage
1. Too much free play
2. Plate warped
Motorcycle Creeps With Clutch Disengaged
1. Too much free play
2. Plates warped
Excessive Lever Pressure
1. Clutch cable kinked, damaged or dirty
2. Lifter mechanism damaged
Clutch Operation Feels Rough
1. Outer drum slots rough
Hard Shifting
1. Stopper plate bent or w o r n
2. Improper clutch adjustment
Gear Shift Pedal Won't Return
1. Return spring broken
2. Shift spindle interferring w i t h crankcase or cover
Jumps Out Of Gear
1. Stopper arm spring broken or weak
Low Oil Pressure
1. Plugged oil filter screen
2. Oil pump rotors w o r n
3. External oil leaks
4. Oil level low
High Oil Pressure
1. Incorrect oil being used
2. Plugged oil filter screen, gallery or metering orifice
No Oil Pressure
1. Oil pump drive gear broken
2. Oil pump assy broken
3. Leaks from oil circuit
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HONDA.
C M 1 8 5 T
Date of Issue: December, 1977
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