Husqvarna 555 Workshop Manual page 55

7.19.5 To clean and examine the crankshaft and
crankcase
CAUTION: Make sure that dirt and unwanted
particles do not go into the crankcase and into
the bearings.
Clean all components and remove gasket particles from
the mating surfaces of the crankcase halves.
1. Make sure that the crankpin bearing does not have
radial play. Axial play is permitted.
2. Make sure that the crankpin bearing is not worn or
has discoloration on the sides.
3. Make sure that the bearing surfaces in the small end
of the connecting rod are not worn or have
discoloration.
4. Make sure that the crankpin bearing is attached
correctly and does not have radial play. Make sure
the crankpin bearing is lubricated.
5. Make sure that the crankcase has no cracks.
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7.19.6 To install the crankcase bearings
WARNING: Use protective gloves. The
crankcase halves are hot.
1. Increase the temperature of the crankcase halves to
approximately 200ºC.
2. Put the bearing in the crankcase halves.
3. Use the press tool to push the bearings into the
crankcase halves. Refer to
9 .
4. Let the crankcase halves become cool.
7.19.7 To assemble the crankshaft and the
crankcase
1. Put the crankshaft into the clutch side of the
crankcase.
2. Use the crankcase assemble tool to pull the
crankshaft to the correct position. Refer to
tools on page 9 .
3. Put the 2 guide pins (A) in the crankcase half on the
clutch side. Attach the gasket (B) between the
crankcase halves.
Servicing tools on page
Servicing
A
B
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