Removing The Heim Joint - KTM 690 Enduro R EU 2012 Repair Manual

9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
9.16

Removing the heim joint

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Measure the diameter of the piston rod.
Piston rod
Diameter
» If the specification is not reached:
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Change the piston rod.
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Measure the run-out of the piston rod.
Piston rod
300554-10
Run-out
» If the measured value is greater than the specified value:
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Change the piston rod.
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Check the piston rod for damage and wear.
» If there is damage or wear:
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Change the piston rod.
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Check the heim joint for damage and wear.
» If there is damage or wear:
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Change the heim joint.
300460-01
Condition
The shock absorber has been removed.
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Clamp the shock absorber in the vise using soft jaws for protection.
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Remove collar bushing
Pin (T120) (
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Turn over the shock absorber and remove collar bushing
Pin (T120) (
200577-10
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Remove seal rings
200578-10
≥ 17.95 mm (≥ 0.7067 in)
≤ 0.03 mm (≤ 0.0012 in)
of the heim joint.
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p. 223)
p. 223)
on both sides.
3
46
of the heim joint.
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