Tie-Rod Inspection; Kingpin Inspection; Kingpin Bushing Inspection - Eton America Rascal IXL-40 Service Manual

Take off the rubber cap on the kingpin.
Unscrew the nut and remove the kingpin.

TIE-ROD INSPECTION

Inspect the tie-rod for damage or bending.
Inspect the ball joint rubbers for damage, wear, or dete-
rioration.
Turn the bolts of ball joints with fingers.
The ball joints should turn smoothly and quietly.

KINGPIN INSPECTION

Inspect the kingpin for damage or cracks.
Measure the kingpin outer diameter. Upper
minimum limit:
Ø15.40 mm
minimum limit:
Ø16.90 mm

KINGPIN BUSHING INSPECTION

There are two bushings in the sleeve of front swing arm: the
upper and lower bushing.
Check the kingpin bushing for wear or damage.
Measure the inner diameter of the bushing. Upper
maximum limit:
Ø15.69 mm
Lower maximum limit:
Ø17.19 mm
Lower
UPPER
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