160 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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NOTE
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If a torque wrench is not available, this item should
be serviced by a Kawasaki Dealer.
Nut-Tightening Pattern
Joint Boots
In accordance with th
e Periodic Maintenance
Chart, inspect the joint boots on the front axles (4
pieces), tie rod ends (4 pieces), steering knuckles (2
pieces), propeller s
haft (3 pieces), and rear axles (4
pieces) for cracks, holes, damage or deterioration.
If there i s any indi cation of these troubles, have
the joint boot repl
aced by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer. To inspect the boots at the engine, remove
the left engine cover.
A. Fr ont Axle
B. Steering Knuckle
C. Joint B oots