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Repair manual KTM 690 LC4 Art.-No. 3.206.045-E
Checking the freewheel
– Insert the freewheel gear 1 in the primary pinion 2, evenly turning
the primary pinion in a clockwise direction (see photo).
– You should be able to turn the freewheel gear in a clockwise
direction.
– The freewheel gear should block in a counterclockwise direction.
Replacing the freewheel
– Remove the lock ring 3 from the groove with suitable pliers.
– Squeeze the spreader ring
4 together with suitable pliers and
remove.
– Lift the freewheel
5 out of the primary pinion.
– Check the contact area A for pressure marks; thoroughly clean the
primary pinion.
– Thoroughly clean the freewheel
6 with petroleum and compressed
air. Check the freewheel segments for wear. Next, generously
lubricate the freewheel.
NOTE: if you detect any damage that requires the parts to be replaced,
replace both as a set.
– Insert the freewheel in the primary pinion.
– Mount the spreader ring; make sure all of the tabs on the spreader
ring slide into the freewheel grooves. If necessary, use a screwdriver
to press them in.
– Insert the lock ring
3 in the groove with suitable pliers and make
sure it is fully seated. It is recommended to carefully tap on the
mounted spreader ring with a drift punch.
1
2
3
4
5
A
6
B
B