Typical Clymer Manual
Table of Contents

(Example: M329 - Honda 500cc V-4's 1984-1986)


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CHAPTER ONE
GENERAL INFORMATION

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Manual Organization
Service Hints
Torque Specifications
Safety First
Special Tips / Expendable supplies
Parts Replacement
Serial Numbers
Basic Hand Tools
Tune-up and troubleshooting tools
Mechanic's tips
   

CHAPTER TWO
TROUBLESHOOTING

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Operating requirements
Emergency Troubleshooting
Engine Starting
Engine Performance
Engine noises
Excessive Vibration
Front suspension and steering
Brake problems
   

CHAPTER THREE
LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE / TUNE-UP

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Routine checks
Pre-checks
Service Intervals
Tires & Wheels
Crankcase breather hose (U.S. models only)
Evaporative emission control (CA models Only)
Battery
Periodic lubrication
Periodic
Maintenance
   

CHAPTER FOUR
ENGINE

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Engine Principles
Serving Engine in frame
Engine Removal/installation
Camshafts
Cylinder Heads
Valves and valve components
Rocker arm assemblies
Oil Pump
Oil strainer and pressure relief valve
Alternator
Cylinder block and crankcase
Pistons and connecting rods
Crankshaft
Camshaft chain inspection
Starter clutch assembly, starter gears and primary drive gear
Break-in procedure
   

CHAPTER FIVE
CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION

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Clutch
Clutch hydraulic system
Master cylinder
Slave cylinder
Bleeding the clutch system
External shift mechanism
Transmission
Internal shift mechanism
   

CHAPTER SIX
FUEL & EXHAUST SYSTEMS / EMISSIONS

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Carburetor operation
Carburetor service
Carburetor adjustments
Air filter case
Throttle cable replacement
Choke cable replacement
Fuel shutoff valve
Fuel pump
Main fuel tank (Magna models)
Secondary fuel tank (Magna models)
Fuel tank (Interceptor models)
Crankcase breather system (U.S. only)
Evaporative emission control system
(California models only)
Exhaust system
   

CHAPTER SEVEN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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Charging system
Alternator
Voltage regulator/rectifier
Ignition system
Ignition spark units
Ignition coil
Pulse generator
Starting system
Lighting system
Switches
Electrical components
Fuses
   

CHAPTER EIGHT
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM

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Cooling system checks
Pressure check
Radiator
Cooling fan
Thermostat
Coolant recovery tank
Water pump
Hoses
Coolant pipes and hoses
   

CHAPTER NINE
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING

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Front wheel
Front hub
Wheel balance
Tire changing
Tire repairs
Handlebar
Steering head and stem
Steering head bearing races
Front forks
Anti-dive front suspension
   

CHAPTER TEN
REAR SUSPENSION

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Rear wheel
Rear hub
Driven flange assembly
Drive sprocket and drive chain
Shock absorbers (dual-shock models)
Shock absorbers (Pro-link models)
Pro-link suspension system
Swing arm
   

CHAPTER ELEVEN
BRAKES

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Front disc brake
Front brake pad replacement
Front master cylinder
Front caliper
Front caliper bracket
Rear disc brake
Rear brake pad replacement
Rear master cylinder
Rear caliper
Brake hose replacement
Brake disc-front and rear
Bleeding the system
Rear brake pedal
Rear drum brake
   

CHAPTER TWELVE
FRAME & BODY

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Kickstand (sidestand)
Centerstand
Footpegs
Front fairing and mounting bracket
Lower cowl
Seat
Rear cowl
Rear fender
Frame
   

WIRING DIAGRAMS

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QUICK REFERENCE DATA

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