TGB BLADE 425 Service Manual page 186

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15. STEERING / FRONT SUSPENSION
Steering Tie-Rod
Remove
Remove cotter pin and tie-rod nut from steering
shaft side.
Remove cotter pin and tie-rod nut from wheel side.
Inspection
Inspect the tie-rod for damage or bending. Inspect
the ball joint rubbers for damage , wear or
deterioration.
Turn the ball joints with fingers. The ball joints
should turn smoothly and quietly.
Ball joint
Installation
Install the ball joint with "adjustment groove" on
the wheel side.
Install tie-rod nuts, and tighten the nuts.
Torque value: 5.0kgf-m
After tightened the tie-rod nut, install the cotter pin.
Adjustment groove
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