Removal; Inspection - Yamaha VK10L Manual

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REMOVAL

1. Straighten the lock washer tabs.

INSPECTION

1. Inspect:
• Handlebar 1
• Steering column 1 2
• Steering column 2 3
Bends/cracks/damage → Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent column.
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This may dangerously weaken the column.
2. Inspect:
• Bearings (steering column) 1
• Collars 2
Wear/damage → Replace.
• Steering column 1 3
(bearing contact surfaces)
• Steering column 2 4
(bearing contact surfaces)
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Scratches/wear/damage → Replace.
3. Inspect:
• Relay rod 1
• Tie rods 2
• Steering shaft 3
Bends/cracks/damage → Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten bent rods. This
may dangerously weaken the rods.
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