Kawasaki STX-15F - Manual (Page 300)

12-14 STEERING
Steering
Steering Installation
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Replace the gasket [A] on the steering holder [B] with a
new one.
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Check the bushings for damage and wear before in-
stalling the steering holder.
If the bushings are damaged or worn, replace them.
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Grease:
Bushings [A]
Steering Shaft [B]
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Install the steering shaft and the steering shaft nut (Hand
-Tighten) [A] to the steering holder.
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If steering is too tight, turn the steering shaft nut counter-
clockwise to loosen.
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If steering is too loose, turn the steering shaft nut clock-
wise to tighten.
NOTE
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The steering shaft must be turned smoothly when the
cable is connected. Turn the steering shaft nut 1/6 or
less turn at a time.
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Install the air intake duct [B] to the steering holder [C].
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the air intake duct
mounting bolts [A].