Removing chain tensioner

WARNING: Hot surfaces .
Risk of burning!

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Preliminary work

NOTE: Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

A small amount of motor oil emerges when removing the chain tensioner (2) , have a cleaning cloth ready.
Release the chain tensioner (2) with standard tools (1) .

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Thread the chain tensioner (1) out and remove.

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