MikeSr said:
I have the pipes off of my SRX 700 for other maintenance, so am wondering what the procedure is for setting the power valves with pipes off. I read the tech section didn't see anything there for setting them with pipes off. thanks.
Search for "stumpped (sic) on wiring for servo test plug" as there is a pic of the location of the test plug on my "01.
Apply 12 volts to the red and black wires to actuate the servo (white/three way hardshell connector with a dummy plug). Reference mark the servo wheel to the housing in case the wheel moves during adjustment. You can turn it back by hand to the marks or re-apply the 12vDC.
Not sure if the "idle to 900 rpm" pre-condition is in the service manual but applying 12-9 volts to the test plug to open the valves is.
The "tester" mentioned in the manual is just a fused 9 volt power supply with a matting three way hardshell connector. I made my own with the proper fitting pin terminals, two wires (one fused) and two alligator clips to attach to the power source/battery.
I have the pipes off every year to service the chaincase and also adjust the valves while they're off. I like to have as much done as I can before tugging the rope.
Now, we could again discuss the difference between using the prescribed adjustment method in the manual vs. adjusting the valves flush to the port contour... but IMO there isn't much difference.
The primary goal is to ensure the servo opens the valves before the valves hit thier open stops. If not, you'll end up with tension on the cables resulting in pull-throughs.