Oil pipe (crankcase outside) removal
Remove:
- Alternator Cover (see Alternator cover removal in the Electrical System chapter)
- Oil Pipe Mounting Bolts [A]
- Oil Pipe [B]
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Oil pipe (crankcase outside) installation
Apply grease to the O-rings [A].
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Plug the oil passage hole [A] with a clean cloth for prevent the bolt from dropping.
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the mounting bolts [B], and tighten them.
- Torque - Oil Pipe Mounting Bolts (Crankcase Outside): 9.8 N·m ( 1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)
Oil pipe (crankcase inside) removal
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase splitting in the Crankshaft/Transmission chapter).
Remove:
- Crankshaft (see Crankshaft removal in the Crankshaft/Transmission chapter)
- Oil Return Pipe Bolts [A]
- Oil Return Pipe [B]
- Oil Pipe Bolts [C]
- Oil Pipes [D]
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Oil pipe (crankcase inside) installation
Replace the O-rings [A] with new ones.
Apply grease to the O-rings.
Install the oil pipes [B].
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the mounting bolts, and tighten them.
- Torque - Oil Pipe Bolts (Crankcase Inside): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m 87 in·lb)
Install the oil return pipe [A].
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Tighten:
- Torque - Oil Return Pipe Bolts [B]: 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)
Blowby gas system inspection
Remove:
- Ignition Coil with the bracket (see Ignition coil removal in the Electrical System chapter)
Be certain that the hose is routed without being flattened or kinked, and is connected correctly to the air cleaner base.
★ If it is not, correct it.
Inspect the breather hose [A], and the air cleaner drain cap for damage or signs of deterioration.
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The hose and drain cap should not be hard and brittle, nor should be soft or swollen.
★ Replace them if any cranks or swelling are noticed.
Check that the hose is securely connected.
Breather drain cleaning
Refer to the Air cleaner housing installation in the Fuel (DFI) System chapter.