Lubricating The Steering Shaft; Checking The Steering System - Yamaha 2016 Grizzly yfm700gplg Service Manual

Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
EBS30063

LUBRICATING THE STEERING SHAFT

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the shaft.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
A
B
A. Except for EPS models
B. For EPS models
EBS30061

CHECKING THE STEERING SYSTEM

1. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Check:
• Steering assembly bushings
Move the handlebar up and down, and back
and forth.
Excessive play → Replace the steering stem
bushings.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
3. Check:
• Tie-rod ends
Free play → Replace the tie-rod end.
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a. Turn the handlebar left until it stops.
b. Move the handlebar slightly to the right and
left.
c. Check for play in the tie-rod ends.
d. Turn the handlebar right until it stops.
e. Move the handlebar slightly to the left and
right.
f. Check for play in the tie-rod ends.
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4. Raise the front end of the vehicle so that
there is no weight on the front wheels.
5. Check:
• Ball joints and wheel bearings
Move the wheels laterally back and forth.
Excessive free play → Replace the front
arms (upper and lower) and/or wheel bear-
ings.
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