Assembling The Steering Assembly - Yamaha 2004 Rhino 660 YXR660FAS Service Manual

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STEERING SYSTEM
3. Check:
• rack gear teeth 1
• pinion gear teeth 2
Wear/damage → Replace the steering
assembly.
NOTE:
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The wear pattern on the rack and pinion gear
teeth should be uniform. An uneven wear pat-
tern may indicate improper adjustment or lack
of lubrication.
4. Check:
• pressure pad 1
Wear/damage → Replace.
• dust boots 2
Damage → Replace.
5. Check:
• tie-rod free play and movement
Free play → Replace the tie-rod end.
Turns roughly → Replace the tie-rod end.
6. Check:
• tie-rods
Bends/damage → Replace.

ASSEMBLING THE STEERING ASSEMBLY

1. Lubricate:
• bearings
• rack gear
• pinion gear
• oil seal
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CHAS
Recommended lubricant
Molybdenum disulfide grease