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Indian Motorcycle Chief Classic Service Manual
2009-2012
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Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
Contents
Specifications/Gauges: Contents
Safety Information
General Specifications
Vehicle Loading
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Vehicle Information
VIN Number Location
Tire Information Label, Manufacturer Label
Engine Number Location
Key Identification Number
Publication Part Numbers
2009-2012 Cheif Paint Colors by Model
2009-2012 Cheif Paint Color Codes
Paint Color Care - Matte Finish (Smoke)
Break-In Procedure
Emissions
Speedometer
Low Fuel Indicator
Multi-Function Display
Fault Code Display
Ignition Lock Key
Instrument Cluster
Ignition Switch
Speedometer, Tachometer
Volt Meter
Odometer, Trip Odometer
Clock, Turn Signal Switch
Hazard Switch, Spot Light Switch
Starter Interlock
Engine Stop Switch
Engine Starter Button
General/Precision Measuring Tools
Tune up and Maintenance Tools
Electrical Tools
Wheel and Tire Tools
Reference
Maintenance: Table of Contents
Service Specifications
Fastener Torque Specifications
Lubricants/Chemicals
Periodic Maintenance Interval Table
Air Filter
Engine Oil Level
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Transmission Oil Level
Transmission Oil Change
Primary Drive Oil Change
Idle Speed/Fast Idle Speed
Tire Inspection
Tire Pressure
Throttle Cable Inspection/Lubrication
Throttle Cable Free Play
Front Brake Lever Reach
Clutch Adjustment
Clutch Lever Reach
Clutch Fluid Level Check
Clutch Bleeding and Fluid Change
Front Brake Fluid Level
Rear Brake Fluid
Front Brake Pad Inspection
Rear Brake Pad Inspection
Crankcase Ventilation System
Fuel Filter
Spark Plug Removal and Inspection
Evaporative Emission Control System
Spark Plug Installation
Battery Charging
Battery Storage
Battery Inspection
Battery Removal
Battery Installation
Engine Compression Test
Cylinder Leakage Test
Engine Compression Test (WET)
Sprocket Inspection
Drive Belt Cleaning
Drive Belt Wear Analysis
Drive Belt Condition
Drive Belt Tension - Inspection
Sonic Tension Data
Drive Belt Tension/Alignment
Headlamp Aim Inspection
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
Sidestand Inspection
Sidestand and Spring Removal
Rear Suspension/Swingarm Inspection
Rear Suspension Adjustment
Front Suspension Inspection
Steering Head/Front Wheel Inspection
Fuse Replacement
Fasteners
Cleaning
Windshield Care
Storage
Frame-Body-Exhaust: Table of Contents
Safety - General Precautions
Removal/Installation Procedures - Body
Side Cover
Dash
Floorboard/Foot Control Mounting
Seat
Exhaust - Muffler and Head Pipe
Front Fender
Rear Fender
Saddlebags
License Plate Bracket
Windshield
Lubrication and Cooling: Table of Contents
Oiling System Operation
Oiling System Troubleshooting
Lubrication and Cooling System Specifications
Assembly View - Oil Pump/Lines
Assembly View - Oil Tank
Oil Pressure Inspection
Oil Pump Removal
Oil Pump Disassembly/Inspection
Oil Pump Assembly
Oil Pump Installation
Fuel System/Fuel Injection: Table of Contents
Safety Precautions: Fuel Safety
Fuel System Specifications
Fuel System Troubleshooting
EFI System Precautions
Fuel System Assembly Views
Fuel Tank Hose Connection - California Models
Air Intake/Box Frame Assembly View
Fuel Pump/Level Sensor Assembly View
Throttle Body Assembly View
Fuel System Depressurization
Fuel Tank Vent Inspection
Priming the Fuel System
Fuel Filter Replacement
Fuel Pump Installation
Fuel Tank Installation
Fuel Pump Circuit Diagram
Fuel Level Sensor Resistance Test
Fuel Pump Pressure Inspection
Fuel Pressure Troubleshooting
Idle Air Control (IAC)
EFI System Components
Fuel Injection Component Locations
Throttle Body Removal/Installation
Fuel Rail/Fuel Injector Removal
Fuel Rail/Injector Installation
Fuel Inject System - Overview of Operation
Idle Air Control - Overview of Operation
Data Link Connector (DLC)
ECM Connector Map
Viewing and Clearing Trouble Codes
Fuel System/Fuel Injection Trouble Codes
ECM Harness Connector Test Precautions
Troubleshooting: Fuel System
Engine Removal and Installation
Engine Mounting - Torque
Engine Removal Procedure
Injector Removal
Engine: Preparation for Installation
Powertrain Alignment
Cylinder Head and Valve Train: Table of Contents
Torque Values and Assembly Views
Rocker Box/Rocker Box Cover
Cam Box
Cylinder Head/Valves
Rocker Box Removal
Rocker Box Disassembly/Inspection
Rocker Box Assembly/Installation
Cylinder Head Removal/Disassembly
Cylinder Head Inspection
Valve Inspection
Cylinder Head Assembly
Cylinder Head Installation
Cam Box Disassembly
Cam Box Assembly
Troubleshooting Cylinder Head and Valve Train
Cylinder and Piston: Table of Contents
Cylinder and Piston General Information
Cylinder and Piston Specifications
Cylinder Removal
Cylinder Bore Measurement
Cylinder Inspection
Piston to Cylinder Clearance Worksheet
Cylinder Warpage Measurement
Piston and Piston Ring Inspection
Piston and Piston Ring Removal
Piston Ring Installation
Piston Installation
Cylinder Installation
Troubleshooting Cylinder and Piston
Clutch, Primary and Shift Linkage: Table of Contents
Clutch, Primary and Shift Linkage: Specifications
Clutch and Primary Drive
Primary Housing/Primary Cover
Clutch Control
Shift Linkage/Footrest
Shift Linkage Removal
Clutch Fluid Change/Bleeding
Shift Linkage Installation
Primary Cover Removal
Primary Cover Installation
Primary Drive Removal
Primary Drive Installation
Compensator Spring Cup Inspection
Jackshaft Removal
Jackshaft Installation
Inner Primary Removal
Inner Primary Installation
Primary Chain Adjustment
Clutch, Primary and Shift Linkage Troubleshooting
Transmission and Crankshaft: Table of Contents
Transmission and Crankshaft: Special Tools
Crankcase View
Cam Cover View
Crankshaft Assembly View
Transmission Gear Shifter View
Transmission Bearings and Covers View
Transmission Housing View
Crankcase Separation
Crankshaft Inspection
Crankshaft Inspection and Assembly
Transmission Removal
Transmission Installation
Drive Line: Table of Contents
Drive Line: Special Tools
Rear Wheel Fastener Torques
Drive Sprocket Fastener Torques
Belt Inspection
Belt Removal
Belt Installation
Drive Sprocket Removal
Drive Sprocket Inspection
Drive Sprocket Installation
Rear Sprocket Removal
Rear Sprocket Inspection
Rear Sprocket Installation
Drive Line Troubleshooting
Front Wheel/Suspension: Table of Contents
Front Wheel/Suspension: Special Tools
Front Fork Service Specifications
Assembly View, Front Fender
Assembly View, Triple Clamp
Assembly View, Front Fork 2009-2011
Assembly View, Front Fork 2012
Assembly View, Front Wheel
Assembly View, Handlebar
Control/Switch Cube Removal
Control/Switch Cube Installation
Handlebar Removal
Front Wheel Removal
Handlebar Installation
Front Axle Inspection
Front Wheel Inspection
Front Wheel Bearing Inspection
Brake Disc Removal
Brake Disc Installation
Front Wheel Installation (2009-2011)
Front Wheel Installation (2012)
Front Oil Draining and Replacement (2009-2011)
Fork Oil Draining and Replacement (2012)
Front Fork Removal
Front Fork Disassembly
Front Fork Inspection
Front Fork Assembly
Front Fork Tube Installation
Triple Clamp Removal
Triple Clamp Installation/Steering Head Bearing Adjustment
Front Wheel/Suspension Troubleshooting
Rear Wheel and Suspension: Table of Contents
Rear Wheel and Suspension: Special Tools
Rear Wheel and Suspension: Specifications
Assembly View - Swing Arm and Axle Adjusters
Assembly View - Rear Wheel
Rear Wheel Removal
Rear Axle Inspection/Brake Disc Removal
Rear Wheel Inspection/Rear Wheel Bearing Inspection
Rear Sprocket Removal/Installation
Rear Wheel Installation
Rear Shock View
Rear Shock Removal
Rear Shock Inspection
Rear Shock Installation
Swing Arm Removal
Swing Arm Bearing Replacement
Swing Arm Installation
Rear Wheel Troubleshooting
Tires and Wheels: Table of Contents
Tires/Wheels Warnings and Precautions
Tire Specifications
Wheel Specifications
Tire Wear Patterns and General Causes
Ozone Cracking
Front Tire Cupping
Tire Changing
Tire Removal (Typical)
Wheel Visual Inspection and Runout
Tire Repair Precautions
Valve System
Tire Mounting
Tire Installation
Tire Inflation and Precautions
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Troubleshooting
Oiling System Operation
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Fuel System Specifications
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Fuel Pump Pressure Inspection
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Troubleshooting: Fuel System
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Troubleshooting Cylinder Head And Valve Train
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Troubleshooting Cylinder And Piston
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Clutch, Primary And Shift Linkage Troubleshooting
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Drive Line Troubleshooting
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Front Wheel/Suspension Troubleshooting
216
Rear Wheel Troubleshooting
231
Tires/Wheels Troubleshooting
245
Brakes Troubleshooting
264
Battery Charging System Troubleshooting
273
Ignition Troubleshooting
286
Electric Starter Troubleshooting Flow Chart
297
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