mxu 400 Manuel atelier : Page 131

                  Troubleshooting


Problem: Handling too heavy or stiff
Condition                                    Remedy
 1. Front wheel alignment incorrect          1. Adjust alignment
 2. Lubrication inadequate                   2. Lubricate appropriate components
 3. Tire inflation pressure low              3. Adjust pressure
 4. Tie rod ends seizing                     4. Replace tie rod ends
 5. Linkage connections seizing              5. Repair - replace connections
Problem: Steering oscillation
Condition                                    Remedy
 1. Tires inflated unequally                 1. Adjust pressure
 2. Wheel(s) wobbly                          2. Replace wheel(s)
 3. Wheel hub cap screw(s) loose - missing   3. Tighten - replace cap screws
 4. Wheel hub bearing worn - damaged         4. Replace bearing
 5. Tie rod ends worn - loose                5. Replace - tighten tie rod ends
 6. Tires defective - incorrect              6. Replace tires
 7. A-arm bushings damaged                   7. Replace bushings
 8. Bolts - nuts (frame) loose               8. Tighten bolts - nuts
Problem: Steering pulling to one side
Condition                                    Remedy
 1. Tires inflated unequally                 1. Adjust pressure
 2. Front wheel alignment incorrect          2. Adjust alignment
 3. Wheel hub bearings worn - broken         3. Replace bearings
 4. Frame distorted                          4. Repair - replace frame
 5. Shock absorber defective                 5. Replace shock absorber
Problem: Tire wear rapid or uneven
Condition                                    Remedy
 1. Wheel hub bearings worn - loose          1. Replace bearings
 2. Front wheel alignment incorrect
 3. Tire inflation pressure incorrect
                                             2. Adjust alignment
                                             3. Adjust pressure
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Problem: Steering noise
Condition                                    Remedy
 1. Cap screws - nuts loose                  1. Tighten cap screws - nuts
 2. Wheel hub bearings broken - damaged      2. Replace bearings
 3. Lubrication inadequate                   3. Lubricate appropriate components




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