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8
Seats
REMOVING/INSTALLING
1. To remove a seat, pull the seat lock lever up. Raise
the front of the seat and slide it forward.
2. To install a seat, slide the rear of the seat into the
seat retainers and push down firmly on the front of
seat. The seat should automatically lock into posi-
tion.
Troubleshooting
Problem: Handling too heavy or stiff
Condition
Remedy
1.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
2.
Lubrication
inadequate
3.
Tire inflation pressure
incorrect
4.
Tie rod ends
seizing
5.
Linkage connections
seizing
1. Adjust alignment
2. Lubricate appropriate components
3. Adjust pressure
4. Replace tie rod ends
5. Repair - replace connections
Problem: Steering oscillation
Condition
Remedy
1.
Tires
inflated unequally
2.
Wheel(s)
wobbly
3.
Wheel hub cap screw(s)
loose - missing
4.
Wheel hub bearing
worn - damaged
5.
Tie rod ends
worn - loose
6.
Tires
defective - incorrect
7.
A-arm bushings
damaged
8.
Bolts - nuts (frame)
loose
1. Adjust pressure
2. Replace wheel(s)
3. Tighten - replace cap screws
4. Replace bearing
5. Replace - tighten tie rod ends
6. Replace tires
7. Replace bushings
8. Tighten bolts - nuts
Problem: Steering pulling to one side
Condition
Remedy
1.
Tires
inflated unequally
2.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
3.
Wheel hub bearings
worn - broken
4.
Frame
distorted
5.
Shock absorber
defective
1. Adjust pressure
2. Adjust alignment
3. Replace bearings
4. Repair - replace frame
5. Replace shock absorber
Problem: Steering impaired
Condition
Remedy
1.
Tire pressure
too high
2.
Steering linkage connections
worn
3.
Cap screws (suspension system)
loose
1. Adjust pressure
2. Replace connections
3. Tighten cap screws
Problem: Tire wear rapid or uneven
Condition
Remedy
1.
Wheel hub bearings
worn - loose
2.
Front wheel alignment
incorrect
1. Replace bearings
2. Adjust alignment
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