Clutch Lever Free Play - HERO SPLENDOR iSMART PROGRAMMED FI Manual

Before inserting the feeler gauge, smear a bit
of engine oil on the feeler gauge to avoid
damage to the feeler gauge.

CLUTCH LEVER FREE PLAY

Adjustment
Clutch adjustment may be required if the
vehicle stalls when shifting into gear or tends
to creep or if the clutch slips, causing
acceleration to lag behind engine speed.
Normal clutch lever free play (1) is 10-20 mm
at the lever (2).
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(1) Free play: 10-20 mm (2) Clutch lever
To adjust the free play, loosen the lock nut
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(3). Turn the adjusting nut (4) to obtain the
specified free play. Tighten the lock nut and
check the adjustment.
NOTE
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(3) Lock nut (4) Clutch cable adjusting nut
(A) Decrease free play (B) Increase free play
Start the engine, press the clutch lever and
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shift into gear. Make sure the engine does
not stall, and the vehicle does not creep.
Gradually release the clutch lever and open
the throttle. The vehicle should start
smoothly and accelerate.
Other checks
Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
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wear that could cause sticking or failure.
Check for clutch cable model. Use genuine
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clutch cables.
Check for clutch cable routing.
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If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the
clutch does not work correctly, visit your
Authorised
Hero MotoCorp
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B
NOTE
workshop.
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