Cam Chain Tension Adjuster Inspection - Suzuki GSX1300R Manual

1D-45 Engine Mechanical:

Cam Chain Tension Adjuster Inspection

The cam chain tension adjuster is maintained at the
proper tension by an automatically adjusted.
1) Remove the cam chain tension adjuster. Refer to
"Engine Top Side Disassembly (Page 1D-27)".
2) Holding the cam chain tension adjuster as shown in
the figure, compress the plunger by turning the
adjuster body until the outer circlip "A" reaches the
groove "B".
3) Hook the outer circlip "A" into the groove "B", then
turn the plunger head clockwise more than 90° to
make a little play at the inner thread mechanism.
"B"
"A"
NOTE
If it is difficult to compress the plunger
because of internal engine oil, disassemble
the adjuster by releasing the inner circlip "C"
and spill out the oil.
CAUTION
!
Do not turn the adjuster body until the outer
circlip "A" passes over the groove "B".
If the inner circlip "C" hooks into the groove
"B", plunger may not be automatically out
from the adjuster body even pushing force is
applied on the head.
In such case, it needs to be disassembled.
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4) Check that the plunger is automatically out when
tapping its head "D". If it does not work smoothly,
replace the cam chain tension adjuster with a new
one.
"D"
5) Install the cam chain tension adjuster. Refer to
"Engine Top Side Assembly (Page 1D-31)".
"C"
"A"
"B"
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