Cam Chain Tension Adjuster - Suzuki GSX1200 1999 Service Manual

CAMSHAFT RUNOUT
Measure the runout with a dial gauge. Replace the camshaft if the
runout exceeds the limit.
! ! ! Camshaft runout (IN & EX)
! !
Service Limit: 0.1 mm
" " 09900-20606: Dial gauge (1/100 mm, 10 mm) "
" "
09900-20701: Magnetic stand
09900-21304: V-block (100 mm)
CAM SPROCKET
The fixed position of each cam sprocket on each camshaft is de-
termined by arrow mark "3" (on INTAKE sprocket) or arrow marks
"1" and "2" (on EXHAUST sprocket) located (as shown) in refer-
ence to the notch 1 in the right end of each camshaft.
REASSEMBLY
• Apply THREAD LOCK SUPER "1303" to the threads of cam
sprocket bolts, and tighten them to the following torque value:
% % % 99000-32030: THREAD LOCK SUPER ''1303''
% %
& & & Cam sprocket bolt: 25 N . m (2.5 kgf-m) & &

CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER

The cam chain tension adjuster is maintained at the proper ten-
sion by an automatically adjusted tensioner.
Unlock the ratchet mechanism 1, and move the push rod 2 in
place to see if it slides smoothly. If any stickiness is noted or ratchet
mechanism is faulty, replace the cam chain tension adjuster as-
sembly with a new one.
IN.
3
ENGINE 3-35
EX.
2
1