DAELIM ET-250 Service Manual page 131

Step 1
Tie-rod Inspection
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Inspecting the tie -rod for damage or bending.
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Inspecting the ball joint rubbers for damage, wearing or
deterioration.
Turn the ball joints with fingers. The ball joints should turn
smoothly and quietly.
Steering Shaft Removal
Remove the handle bar cover and handle bar.
(See Chapter 13-3)
Remove the front fender. (See Chapter 16-1)
Remove handlebar lower holder.
Loosen the steering shaft holder bolt and remove steering
shaft holder.
Take off the cotter pin below steering shaft.
Loosen the steering shaft fixed out below shaft.
Pull steering shaft carefully.
Step 2
Steering Shaft Holder Inspection
Remove the steering shaft.
Remove the bushing from the shaft.
Inspect the bushing for damage or wear, replace if necessary.
Measure the bushing inner diameter.
Maximum limit: Ø 39.5 mm
Step 3
Steering Shaft Inspection
Inspect the steering shaft for damage or cracks.
Installation of Steering Shaft
Apply grease to the holder.
Install the holder and oil seal tighten with
the nuts.
Torque: 33 N.m (24 lbf-ft)