Yamaha YFM660FR, Supplementary Service Manual

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CHAS
REAR KNUCKLE AND STABILIZER
CHECKING THE REAR KNUCKLE
1.Check:
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Rear knuckle
Damage/pitting
→
Replace.
2.Check:
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Rear wheel bearings
Bearings allow play in the wheel hubs or
unsmooth wheel operation
→
Replace.
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Oil seals
Damage
→
Replace.
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Replacement steps:
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Clean the outside of the rear knuckle.
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Remove the circlip
1
.
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Drive out the bearing
2
.
WARNING
Eye protection is recommended when
using striking tools.
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Apply lithium-soap-based grease to the bear-
ing.
●
Install the new bearing.
CAUTION:
Do not strike the center race or balls of the
bearing. Contact should be made only with
the outer race.
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Install a new circlip.
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