APRILIA RSV4 1100 Factory 2021 Manual page 268

Engine
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Install a new O ring on the chain ten-
sioner.
REPLACE THE O RING UPON EACH REMOVAL.
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Compress the chain tensioner com-
pletely, making sure that the total
length is 40.05 ± 0.5 mm (1.58 ± 0.02
in).
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A washer must be installed between
the front crankcase and the chain ten-
sioner to ensure that the timing system
functions correctly.
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This washer is available as a spare
part.
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Fit the washer onto the front chain ten-
sioner then install the chain tensioner
in the relative seat in the crankcase,
ensuring that it is oriented correctly.
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Take particular care during this step to
ensure that the washer fits correctly in
place; if the washer is bent or not seat-
ed in the correct position, the operation
of the timing system will be compro-
mised.
THE WASHER SHALL ONLY BE INSTALLED ON THE
FRONT CHAIN TENSIONER
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