8-321234567891011gine as well as other vital parts of the ATV andcan lead to drive chain slippage or breakage.To prevent this from occurring, keep the drivechain slack within the specified limits.5. Pull the rod out, and then tighten the rear axlepinch bolts to the specified torque in the ordershown.EBU24880Lubricating the drive chainThe drive chain must be cleaned and lubricated atthe intervals specified in the periodic maintenanceand lubrication chart, otherwise it will quickly wearout, especially when riding in dusty or wet areas.Service the drive chain as follows.CAUTION:ECB00560The drive chain must be lubricated after wash-ing the ATV or riding in the rain.1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and asmall soft brush.CAUTION:ECB00570To prevent damaging the O-rings, do not cleanTightening torque:Rear axle pinch bolt:21 Nm (2.1 m·kgf, 15.2 ft·lbf)1 2 3 45 6 7 81. O-rings1
