Checking The Steering Knuckle - Yamaha YFM660FR Supplementary Service Manual

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CHECKING THE STEERING KNUCKLE

1.Check:
Steering knuckle
G
Damage/pitting → Replace.
2.Check:
Front wheel bearings
G
Bearings allow play in the wheel hubs or
unsmooth wheel operation → Replace.
Oil seals
G
Damage → Replace.
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Replacement steps:
G
Clean the outside of the steering knuckle.
Remove the circlip 1.
G
Drive out the bearing 2.
G
WARNING
Eye protection is recommended when
using striking tools.
G
Apply lithium-soap-based grease to the bear-
ing.
G
Install the new bearing.
CAUTION:
Do not strike the center race or balls of the
bearing. Contact should be made only with
the outer race.
G
Install a new circlip.
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