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STEERING ARMS AND TIE ROD MAINTENANCE - CONTINUED
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ADJUSTMENT - CONTINUED
3.
Using a piece of chalk to mark the center of the
REAR MEASUREMENT
threads of both tires, rotate and mark front tires on
front of machine. Tires should be facing straight
ahead.
4.
Measure distance between front centers and rear cen-
ters of tires. Front measurement of the tires must be
1/8 to 1/4 in. (3.0 to 6.4 mm) less than the rear mea-
surement of the tires.
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FRONT MEASUREMENT
MUST BE 1/8 TO 1/4 IN. (3.0 TO 6.4 MM)
LESS THAN REAR MEASUREMENT
5.
Loosen locknut (43) if adjustment is necessary.
6.
Turn steering tie rod (42) in direction needed to obtain
the distance required.
7.
Tighten locknut (43) to 55 lb-ft (75 Nm).
8.
Lower front axle to ground and remove jack and two
jack stands.
9.
Remove wheel lean prevention bolt and nut (WP 0303
00).
42
43
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END OF WORK PACKAGE
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