Section XII
ENGINE—REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
| Paragraph | |
|---|---|
| Remove engine | [45] |
| Install engine | [46] |
45. REMOVE ENGINE (figs. [18], [19], and [20]).
a. A study of figures 18 and 19 will provide a good picture of the steps necessary for engine removal. Do not attempt any short cut methods, as this would consume more time and possibly cause damage to parts or unit assemblies.
(1) Disconnect battery ground wire at frame lug connection on right side of vehicle.
(2) To disconnect brake front rod from bell crank (located on right side of rear support rod), remove cotter pin and plain washer.
(3) Loosen footboard rear support stud nut and remove footboard front stud nut, then pull footboard outward to free right front end of safety guard. Disconnect brake front rod at bell crank. Remove bolt which secures front exhaust pipe clamp. Remove nut from rear support rod, freeing stop light switch and rear end of side bar. Remove nut from front support rod, freeing footboard and brake assembly for removal.
(4) Remove the two rear mounting bolts and drop rear end of skid plate ([fig. 37]).
(5) Remove muffler (par. [81]).