1. An 8mm socket wrench
2. A 10mm socket wrench
3. A flathead screwdriver
4. A new cam chain tensioner bolt
Once you have gathered the necessary tools, you can begin the adjustment process.
Begin by removing the right-hand engine cover. This is done by removing the four 8mm bolts that hold the cover in place. Once the bolts have been removed, the cover can be pulled off.
Once the engine cover has been removed, you will see the cam chain. The cam chain is the chain that runs between the crankshaft sprocket and the camshaft sprocket.
The cam chain tensioner is located at the top of the engine, above the camshaft sprocket. The tensioner is a small, black cylinder that has a spring inside it.
Using a flathead screwdriver, gently pry the tensioner cap off of the tensioner. Be careful not to lose the spring inside the cap.
Once the cap is off, you will see the cam chain tensioner bolt. The tensioner bolt is a long, thin bolt that has a lock nut on it.
Using a 10mm socket wrench, loosen the lock nut on the cam chain tensioner bolt.
Using an 8mm socket wrench, turn the tensioner bolt clockwise to tighten it. As you tighten the bolt, the tensioner will compress the spring inside it and put tension on the cam chain.
Once the cam chain is properly tensioned, tighten the lock nut on the tensioner bolt.
Replace the tensioner cap and the right-hand engine cover.
Start the engine and allow it to run for a few minutes. Checking for abnormal noise from the engine. If you hear any abnormal noise, re-adjust the cam chain tension.
