TROUBLESHOOTING DRIV

CAUTION:

Too little gear lash is extremely destructive to the gear teeth. If a test ride following reassembly indicates this condition, stop riding immediately to minimize gear damage.

c.A slight “thunk” evident at low speed operation. This noise must be distinguished from normal machine operation.

Diagnosis: Possible broken gear teeth.

WARNING

Stop riding immediately if broken gear teeth are suspected. This condition could result in the shaft drive assembly locking up, causing loss of control of the machine and possible injury to the rider.

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2.Check:

Drained oil

Drained oil shows large amounts of metal particles Check the bearings for seizure.

NOTE:

A small amount of metal particles in the oil is normal.

3.Check:

Oil leakage

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Checking steps:

Clean the entire machine thoroughly, then dry it.

Apply a leak-localizing compound or dry powder spray to the shaft drive.

Road test the machine for the distance

necessary to locate the leak.

Leakage Check the component housing,

gasket, and/or seal for damage. Damage Replace the component.

NOTE:

An apparent oil leak on a new or nearly new machine may be the result of a rust- preventative coating or excessive seal lubrication.

Always clean the machine and recheck the suspected location of an apparent leakage.

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