14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION/
STEERING SYSTEM
14-8
Mongoose/KXR 250
FRONT SUSPENSION
REMOVAL AND INSPECTION
Elevate the front wheels by placing a
suitable stand under the frame.
Remove the front wheel (
Ö
14-3), caliper
(
Ö
13-8) and front wheel hub. (
Ö
14-4)
Remove the cotter pins, washer and nuts
attaching tie-rod, upper and lower front arm.
Disconnect the upper front arm from the
steering knuckle.
Remove the front shock absorber upper mount
and lower mount bolts, then remove the front
shock absorber and bush.
Disconnect the tie-rod and lower front arm
from steering knuckle, then remove steering
knuckle.
Inspect the steering knuckle for cracks,
pitting or damage.
If any defects are found, replace the steering
knuckle with a new one.
Support the machine securely so there is
no dan