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4. Remove the dipstick and check that the
oil is between the maximum and mini-
mum level marks on the “REVERSE”
side of the dipstick. If the oil is below the
minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of
the recommended type to raise it to the
maximum level mark. NOTICE: Make
sure that no foreign material enters
the drive chain housing.
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5. Install the dipstick, making sure to align
the notch in the dipstick handle with the
projection on the drive chain housing.
6. Install the right side cover and the shroud.
To adjust the chain tension
1. Remove the shroud and the right side
cover. (See page 46 for removal proce-
dures.)
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. Turn the chain tension adjusting bolt
clockwise until it is finger tight, and then
loosen it 1/4 turn.
4. While holding the chain tension adjusting
bolt with a wrench, tighten the locknut to
the specified torque.
1. Dipstick
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
Recommended drive chain oil:
SAE 75W or 80W API GL-3 Gear oil
1. Notch
2. Projection
1. Locknut
2. Chain tension adjusting bolt
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