14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION/
STEERING SYSTEM MXU 250R/300R
TIE-ROD
REMOVAL/INSPECTION
Remove the cotter pin and nut attaching the
tie-rod and steering column.
Remove the cotter pin, washer and nut
attaching the tie-rod and steering knuckle.
Then remove tie-rods, using the special tool
(page 14-8).
Special tool:
Tie-rod ball join remover F011 Nut Cotter Pin Cotter Pin Nut
Inspect the tie-rod.
Bend/damage Replace.
Check the tie-rod end movement.
Tie-rod end exists free play or turns
roughly Replace.
Check the tapered surface of the tie-rod end.
Pitting/wear/damage Replace.
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