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MAINTENANCE

TIE ROD END / WHEEL HUB INSPECTION WHEEL TOE ALIGNMENT INSPECTION

• To check for play in the tie rod end, grasp the steering 1. Place machine on a smooth level surface and set
tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for movement. steering wheel in a straight ahead position. Secure
the steering wheel in this position.
2. Place a chalk mark on the center line of the front tires
approximately 10″ (25.4 cm) from the floor or as 2
close to the hub/axle center line as possible q.

• Replace any worn steering components. Steering
should move freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
• Elevate front end of machine so front wheels are off
the ground. Check for any looseness in front wheel/
hub assembly by grasping the tire firmly at top and NOTE
bottom first, and then at front and rear. Try to move the It is important the height of both marks be equally
wheel and hub by pushing inward and pulling outward.
positioned to get an accurate measurement.
3. Measure the distance between the marks and record
the measurement. Call this measurement w.

• If abnormal movement is detected, inspect the hub and
wheel assembly to determine the cause (loose wheel
nuts or loose front hub nut).
• Refer to Chapter 7 Front Bearing Carrier Inspection / 4. Rotate the tires 180° by moving the vehicle forward.
Removal, page 7.4 and Rear Bearing Carrier Position chalk marks facing rearward, even with the
Inspection / Removal, page 7.7 for wheel bearing hub/axle center line.
service procedures.

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