Description
Missing cover as shown but contents are in good shape.
This Clymer Honda 500cc V-Fours 1984-1986 Repair Manual provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for VF500C Magna (1984-1985), VF500F Interceptor (1984-1986) motorcycles.
Includes the information you need to perform tune-up and routine maintenance on the engine, clutch and transmission, fuel and exhaust, cooling system, ignition system, steering and suspension, brakes, frame and body, electrical system and includes wiring diagrams. Features 352 illustrated pages.
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CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Service hints / Torque specifications / Safety first / Special tips / Expendable supplies / Parts replacement / Serial numbers / Basic hand tools / Tune-up and troubleshooting tools / Mechanics’ tips
CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLEHOOTING
Operating requirements / Emergency troubleshooting / Engine starting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems
CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Pre-checks / Service intervals / Tires and wheels / Crankcase breather hose (U.S. only) / Evaporative emission control (California only) / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Periodic maintenance
CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Engine principles / Servicing 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
Clutch / Clutch hydraulic system / Master cylinder / Slave cylinder / Bleeding the clutch system / External shift mechanism / Transmission / Internal shift mechanism
CHAPTER SIX / FUEL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS AND EMISSION CONTROLS
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 only) / Exhaust system
CHAPTER SEVEN / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
Cooling system checks / Pressure check / Radiator / Cooling fan / Thermostat / Coolant recovery tank / Water pump / Hoses / Coolant recovery tank / Water pump / Hoses / Coolant pipes and hoses
CHAPTER NINE / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
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
Rear wheel / Rear hub / Driven flange assembly / Drive sprocket and drive chain / Shock absorbers (dual-shock models) / Shock absorber (Pro-Link models) / Pro-link suspension system / Swing arm.
CHAPTER ELEVEN / BRAKES
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 AND BODY
Kickstand (sidestand) / Centerstand / Footpegs / Front fairing and mounting bracket / Lower cowl / Seat / Rear cowl / Rear fender / Frame
SUPPLEMENT / 1986 SERVICE INFORMATION
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