If the tie-rod [A] do not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and tie-rod bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).

In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Rocker Arm Operation Inspection
SteeringESD Actuator Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the electronic steering damper unit (see Steering
Damper Removal in the Steering chapter).
Connect a digitalmeter to the ESD actuator connector [A].
Measure the ESD actuator resistance.
ESD Actuator Resistance
Connections: BK lead [1] ← ...
Meter instruments
Upper Button
Lower Button
Tachometer (with Shift-Up
Indicator)
Red Zone
Ambient Brightness
Sensor
Turn Signal Indicator Light
Warning Indicator Light
(Red)
Neutral Indicator Light
Multifunction Meter
High Beam Indicator Light
Warning Indicator Light
(Yellow)
Fuel ...
Oil Pump Installation
Install the outer rotor [A] into the crankcase.
Assemble:
Oil (Water) Pump Shaft [B]
Pin [C]
Inner Rotor [D]
To prevent dropping, apply grease to the pin.
Install the inner rotor assembly into the crankcase.
Fit the slot [E] onto the projection [F].
Replace the O-ring [A ...