2007-2010 Kawasaki Ultra 250X/260X/260LX PWC Factory Service Manual, Page 265Get this manual
8-18 ENGINE BOTTOM END Crankshaft and Connecting Rods
Install the crankshaft with the oil pump sprocket chain [A] and camshaft chain [B] hanging on them
Fit the oil seal [A] into the groove [B] of the crankcase Assemble the crankcase (see Crankcase Assembly)
Connecting Rod Removal
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting) Remove the connecting rod nuts [A] Remove the crankshaft
OMark and record the locations of the connecting rods and their big end caps so that they can be reassembled in their original positions
Remove the connecting rods from the crankshaft
Connecting Rod Installation
A WARNING
Clean the crankshaft, bolts, nuts, and connecting rods in well-ventilated area, and take care that there is no spark or flame anywhere near the working areaThis includes any appliance with pilot lightBecause of the danger of highly flammable liquids, do not use gasoline or low-flash point solvents to clean them After removing the connecting rods from the crankshaftclean them with high-flash point solvent Blow the crankshaft oil passages with compressed air to remove any foreign particles or residue that may have accumulated in the passages