14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION/ STEERING SYSTEM ATV 300/250 Set the rod-end (steering column side) in an angle where the indentation surface of the To Knuckle Arm tie-rod is parallel to the rod-end shaft, and then tighten the lock nut. Torque: 3 kgf-m (30 N-m, 22 lbf-ft) Set the other rod-end (knuckle arm side) in an angle as shown (right-hand tie-rod and left-had tie-rod), and then tighten the lock nut. Rod-end (tie rod) angle: 180 Torque: 3 kgf-m (30 N-m, 22 lbf-ft) To Steering Column After making adjustment on both tie rods be sure to mark them R and L for identification. The threads on both rod-end must be of the same length. INSTALLATION Reverse the "REMOVAL AND INSPECTION" procedures. Install the tie-rod and washer onto the steering knuckle and steering column, then tighten the nuts. Torque: 2 kgf-m (20 N-m, 15 lbf-ft) Be sure that the rod-end on the indentation surface side is connected to the steering knuckle. Indentation Surface Install the all cotter pins and band ends of cotter pins. Always use a new cotter pin. 14-14