Chain Cover: Inspection

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Check the chain cover surface for scratches or dents.
Check for oil leakage on the chain cover mating surface and installation part of crank pulley.

If there is an oil leak from the oil seal, perform replacement with a new oil seal.

ST 499585700 OIL SEAL GUIDE

Oil seal press-fit position:

Chain cover end face - Position -1 mm (-0.039 in) from the chain cover end face.

Fig 1: Checking Oil Leakage On Chain Cover Mating Surface

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