Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain - Husqvarna FE 350 2016 Repair Manual

14.8.7

Checking for chain dirt accumulation

14.8.8

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents
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Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
A
Warning
Danger of accidents
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance
with the applicable regulations.
(FE EU/AU, FE 350 US)
Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
If the chain guide is loose:
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(FE 350 SUS)
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Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
If the chain guide is loose:
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Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain.
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Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Tighten the screws on the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining M6
screws, chassis
Remaining nuts, M6
chassis
Tighten the fitting on the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining M6
screws, chassis
Remaining nuts, M6
chassis
(� p. 133)
14 WHEELS
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
(� p. 13)
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