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2. Inspect the grip for deterioration.
3. If a grip is damaged, cut the grip lengthwise using
a sharp knife or box cutter; the peel off the grip.
INSTALLING
NOTE: Before installing a grip, use contact spray
or alcohol to clean the handlebar of glue residue,
oil, or any other contaminant.
1. Apply a liberal amount of Handlebar Grip Adhe-
sive to the inside of a new grip.
2. Slide the grip onto the handlebar until it is fully
seated with the smooth part of the grip facing up.
3. Wipe off any excess glue; then secure the grip with
the handlebar end-cap.
Steering Knuckles
REMOVING AND DISASSEMBLING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheel; then remove the wheel.
2. Remove the wheel cap from the hub; then remove
the cotter pin from the nut.
3. Remove the nut securing the hub.
4. Remove the brake caliper.
5. Remove the hub assembly.
6. Remove the cotter pin from the tie rod end and
remove the tie rod end from the knuckle.
7. Remove the two cap screws securing the ball
joints in the knuckle.
8. Tap the ball joint end out of the knuckle; then
remove the knuckle.
9. Remove the snap ring from the knuckle; then
remove the bearing.
PR287A
PR288
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all knuckle components.
2. Inspect the bearing for pits, gouges, rusting, or
premature wear.
3. Inspect the knuckle for cracks, breaks, or porosity.
4. Inspect threads for stripping or damage.
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING
1. Install the bearing; then install the snap ring mak-
ing sure it seats into the knuckle.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
CAUTION
Use extreme care when removing the bearing. If the
bearing is allowed to fall, it will be damaged and will
have to be replaced.
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