2005-2011 Honda Recon TRX250TE/TM service manual, Page 242Get this manual
FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSIONSTEERING lOWER ARM
Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt! nutDiscard the shock absorber lower mounting nut
Remove the lower arm mounting boltsnuts and armDiscard the lower arm mounting nuts
INSPECTION
Inspect the ball joint rubber for tears or other damage by moving the ball joint endIt should move freely and smoothlyCheck the pivot bushing for damageReplace the ball joint if necessary