Chain sprocket, removing and installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:

CAUTION: Wear protective gloves.

Heat chain sprocket in oven for approx. 15 minutes to 220 °C.

NOTE:

Installed position: Large shoulder of chain sprocket must point to engine.

Fig 1: Installing Chain Sprocket Onto Crankshaft Up To Limit Stop Using Press Tube 30-100

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Install chain sprocket on end of crankshaft using pliers and press onto crankshaft until fully seated using drift sleeve 30-100.