TVS Racing Apache RTR 160, Manual

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REAR WHEEL REMOVAL AND REASSEMBLY
1. Remove the axle nut (1) along with the washer
and partially pull out the axle (2).
2. Take out the caliper assembly by dislocating it
from the disc and the swing arm lug. Carefully
hang the caliper assembly in the swing arm itself.
3. Take out the spacer and pull out the axle fully.
4. Remove the wheel assembly by gently tapping it
along with the disc.
5. For locating and easy reassembly of the wheel,
engage the gear. This will arrest the free
movement of the drum sprocket.
6. Re-assemble the other parts in the reverse order
of removal.
While assembling the caliper assembly ensure that the
slot provided in the caliper is properly located to the lug
provided in the swing arm assembly.
Always make sure that whenever the wheel is removed,
axle nut is properly re-tightened to the specified torque.
After reassembling the wheel check the wheel alignment
and chain slackness. Correct the alignment / adjust the
chain play if required.
Caution
Ensure proper seating of disc in the caliper assembly
while reassembling the wheel. Ensure to re-fix the
spacer and toner ring cover at the respective sides of
the wheel.
Keep the toner ring upwards whenever the wheel is
removed in order to avoid damages to the toner ring.
Damaged toner ring affects ABS function.
Warning
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