CAUTION Do not overtighten
spark plugs, engine damage can oc-
cur.
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Spark plug
(650)
Spark plug (850
and 1000R)
CVT Cover
NOTE: For a better understanding,
some illustrations are taken with en-
gine out of vehicle. To perform the
following instructions, it is not neces-
sary to remove engine.
This CVT is lubrication free. Never lu-
bricate any components except drive
pulley bearing.
WARNING
Never touch CVT while engine is
running. Never drive vehicle when
CVT cover is removed.
WARNING
Engine must be cool before cover
is removed. Always wear protec-
tive gloves when removing cover.
Place the vehicle on a level surface.
Select PARK position.
Accessing the CVT Cover
The CVT cover is located on the LH side
of the vehicle.
Remove the following:
– LH side and extension panels
– LH footboard panel.
20 N•m ± 2.4 N•m
(15 lbf•ft ± 2 lbf•ft)
11 N•m ± 1 N•m
(97 lbf•in ± 9 lbf•in)
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TYPICAL
1. CVT cover
Removing the CVT Cover
Remove all CVT cover retaining
screws.
Remove the center top screw last to
support the cover during removal.
NOTICE
to remove CVT cover screws.
Remove the CVT cover and its gasket.
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1. CVT cover screw
2. CVT cover
3. Gasket
Installing the CVT Cover
Install the center top screw of first.
NOTE: Do not use and impact to ol to
install CVT cover screws.
Tighten the CVT cover sc rews as per
following sequence.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Do not use an impact tool
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