Suzuki GSX1200 1999 Service Manual page 107

3-72 ENGINE
• After removing the spring holder bolt 1 and spring, unlock the
ratchet mechanism 2 and push in the push rod 3 all the way.
NOTE:
Before installing the cam chain tension adjuster, turn the crank-
shaft clockwise to remove the cam chain slack between the crank
sprocket and exhaust sprocket.
• Install a new gasket and the cam chain tension adjuster to the
cylinder block with two bolts and tighten them to the specified
torque.
# # # Cam chain tension adjuster mounting bolt: 7 N . m # #
• Insert the spring into the cam chain tension adjuster and tighten
the spring holder bolt 1 to the specified torque.
# Spring holder bolt: 35 N . m (3.5 kgf-m) # # # #
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After installing the cam chain tension adjuster, check to
be sure that the tensioner work properly by checking the
slack of cam chain.
• Pour about 50 ml of engine oil in each oil pocket in the head.
NOTE:
Turn the crankshaft and check that all the moving parts such as
cam follower, camshaft, work properly.
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Be sure to check and adjust the valve clearance.
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• Coat SUZUKI BOND NO.1207B lightly to the mating surfaces
between upper and lower crankcases as shown in the Fig.
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& & & 99000-31140: SUZUKI BOND NO. 1207B
(0.7 kgf-m)