Cylinder Head And Related Components; Removing Cylinder Head And Related Components - Tracker Off-Road 800SX Service Manual

MOD560
18. Gently remove the engine from the chassis, being
careful of any electrical components, hoses, straps,
and etc.
Cylinder Head and Related
Components
 NOTE: For efficiency, it is preferable to remove and
disassemble only those components which need to be
addressed and to service only those components. The
technician should use discretion and sound judgment.
AT THIS POINT
To service any one specific component, only limited dis-
assembly of components may be necessary. Note the
AT THIS POINT information in each sub-section.
NOTE: The engine does not have to removed from

the frame for this procedure.
! WARNING
To avoid personal injury and equipment damage, the
negative battery cable should be disconnected anytime
engine maintenance is performed to prevent inadver-
tent starter engagement, shorting or arcing of wire con-
nectors, or fuel pump actuation resulting in spilled
gasoline and fire.
Removing Cylinder Head
and Related Components
REMOVING VALVE COVER
 NOTE: Remove the spark plugs and timing inspec-
tion plug; then using a socket and ratchet, rotate the
crankshaft to top-dead-center of the compression
stroke.
1. Tilt the cargo box up; then disconnect the negative
battery cable from the battery.
2. Disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the
valve cover; then remove oil fill cap and six machine
screws securing spark plug cover to valve cover.
MF031
MOD536
3. Remove spark plug wires; then remove six cap
screws securing valve cover to the cylinder head.
MOD537
4. Remove the valve cover. Account for the gasket.
NOTE: Care should be taken not to damage the

areas indicated. If the areas indicated are damaged or
leaking, the valve cover must be replaced.
CD206
65