Steering/Body/Controls The following steering components should be inspected periodically to ensure safe and proper operation. A. Steering wheel secure. B. Steering has equal and complete full-left and full-right steering capability. C. Steering sector mounting bolts tight. D. Ball joints not worn, cracked, or damaged. E. Tie rods not bent or cracked.
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4. Remove the cap screws from both sides securing the front fenders to the frame.
F. Knuckles not worn, cracked, or damaged. G. Cotter pins not damaged or missing. H. Steering wheel tilt locks securely. The frame and welds should be checked periodically for damage, bends, cracks, deterioration, broken components, and missing components.
Front Bumper REMOVING
1. Remove the hood and grille (see Hood and Grille). 2. Disconnect the headlights.
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5. Remove the cap screws (A, B, and C) and discard the lock nuts from (A). Remove the bumper.
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3. Using a suitable prying tool, pry the clips out from between the wiring harness and the frame. Press the clips downward to remove from frame.
INSTALLING
1. Place the bumper frame into position and with the existing cap screws and new lock nuts (A), finger-tighten at this point.
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