KYMCO LA30AA, Service Manual

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3
. INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT
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MX’er SYSTEM
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION
Place the machine on a level place.
Check the steering column bushings and
bearings:
Move the handlebar up and down, and/or back
and forth.
Replace the steering column bushings and or
bearings if excessive play
Check the tie-rod ends
Turn the handlebar to the left and/or right until it
stops completely, then slightly move the
handlebar from left to right.
Replace the tie-rod ends if tie-rod end has any
vertical play.
Raise the front end of the machine so that there
is no weight on the front wheels.
Check ball joints and/or wheel bearings.
Move the wheels lately back and froth.
Replace the front arms and/or wheel bearings if
excessive free play.
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Place the machine on a level place.
Measure the toe-in
Adjust if out of specification.
Toe-in measurement steps:
Mark both front tire tread centers.
Raise the front end of the machine so that there
Adjusting Screw
Tie-rod Ends