Cam chain tensioner - KTM 990
Posted: Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:49 am
Just a quick question as the workshop manual isn't quite clear enough.
Bought a new bike in February - KTM 990 SM - and it's just had a service inc. cam chain tensioner replacement. On the front cylinder there is a slight weep of oil from the tensioner cover bolt/cap/thing until the engine is up to temp. I'm guessing it's the washer being slightly crap, maybe old washer re-used. Can I remove the bolt and replace the washer without having to do all the tensioner re-setting, engine to TDC, etc., or do I need to follow the manual to the letter?
Bought a new bike in February - KTM 990 SM - and it's just had a service inc. cam chain tensioner replacement. On the front cylinder there is a slight weep of oil from the tensioner cover bolt/cap/thing until the engine is up to temp. I'm guessing it's the washer being slightly crap, maybe old washer re-used. Can I remove the bolt and replace the washer without having to do all the tensioner re-setting, engine to TDC, etc., or do I need to follow the manual to the letter?