14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION/ STEERING SYSTEM MXU 300/250 Inspect the steering column. Bends/damage Replace. Do not attempt to straighten a bent shaft, this may dangerously weaken the shaft. Inspect the steering brackets and oil seal. Wear damage Replace. INSTALLATION Reverse the "REMOVAL" procedures. Apply the grease onto the collar, dust seals, and bearing. Install the steering column and collar, then tighten the nut under the frame body. Torque: 7 kgf-m (70 Nm, 50 lbf-ft) Install the cotter pin and band ends of cotter pin. Always use a new cotter pin. Assembly the steering column and tighten the two bolts. Torque: 2.2 kgf-m (22 Nm, 16 lbf-ft) Install the tie rods and washer, then tighten the nut. Torque: 2 kgf-m (20 Nm, 15 lbf-ft) Install the cotter pins and band ends of cotter pins. Always use a new cotter pin. Refer to the "TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT" section in the CHAPTER 3 to adjust toe-in. 14-23