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Speedometer Head: Testing and Inspection

Speedometer Inspection

1. Adjust the pressure of the tires to the specified level. 
2. Place the vehicle on a speedometer tester drum.
3. Apply the parking brake.

Speedometer Inspection

4. Attach a chain or wire to the rear tie-down holes. Secure the end of the wire or chain.
5. Take all other necessary precautions.
6. Check if the speedometer indication range is within the standard values.

CAUTION:  Do not operate the clutch suddenly or increase/decrease speed rapidly while testing.

Standard values:

Standard Indication.........................................................................................................................................................................................Allowable range
20  mph.................................................................................................................................................................................................................19 - 22 mph
40 mph
..................................................................................................................................................................................................................38 - 44 mph
60 mph
..................................................................................................................................................................................................................57 - 66 mph
80 mph
..................................................................................................................................................................................................................76 - 88 mph
100 mph
..............................................................................................................................................................................................................94 - 110 mph
40 Km/H
............................................................................................................................................................................................................37 - 44 Km/H
80 Km/H
............................................................................................................................................................................................................75 - 88 Km/H
120 Km/H
......................................................................................................................................................................................................113 - 132 Km/H
160 Km/H
......................................................................................................................................................................................................150 - 176 Km/H

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