1 page 1 Models J08C-TP and J08C-TR ENGINE 3-3-1 GENERAL WARNING The following items should be observed to prevent injury to yourself and others when servicing the engine or vehicle; G Stop the engine and keep the engine off during checks and adjustments. G Place the starter key in the “LOCK” position. G Leave the engine stop knob pulled out fully. (For model equipped with manual engine stop control) G Place the transmission shift lever in “NEUTRAL”. G Apply the parking brake firmly. G Block the wheels. ENGINE OVERHAUL CRITERIA FACTORS TO DETERMINE THE ENGINE OVERHAUL 1. LOW COMPRESSION PRESSURE (1) Before measurement 1. Charge the battery completely. 2.
Set the valve clearance to the correct value. Intake : 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.) Exhaust : 0.45 mm (0.0177 in.) (when engine is cold) NOTE: Refer to page 3-18-4. 3. Idle the engine (to 80 °C {176°F}). 4. While the starter switch is at the LOCK position, dis- connect the engine stop motor. 5. Remove all nozzle holders. NOTE: Refer to page 3-6-3. 6. Remove the air cleaner hose. Fig. 1 SM3-J580