14. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT SUSPENSION/ STEERING SYSTEM MXU 300/250 FRONT SUSPENSION REMOVAL AND INSPECTION Elevate the front wheels by placing a suitable stand under the frame. Support the machine securely so there is no danger of it falling over. Remove the front wheel (page 14-3), caliper (page 13-9) and front wheel hub. (page 14- 4) Remove the two bolts and brake disk Nut protection plate. Plate Bolts Tie-rod Remove the cotter pins, washer and nuts from tie-rod, upper and lower front arm. Nut Cotter Pin Nuts Cotter Pin Tie-rod Ball Join Remover Release the tie-rod ball joint off the knuckle, using the special tool according to the following instructions. Special tool: Tie-rod ball join remover F011 Apply grease to the ball joint remover at the point shown. This will ease installation of the tool and prevent damage to the pressure bolt threads. Insert the jaws carefully, making sure that you do not damage the ball joint boot. Apply grease Adjust the jaw spacing by turning the pressure bolt. Tighten the pressure bolt with a wrench until the ball joint stud pops loose. Remove the knuckle from the upper and lower arms 14-8