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 turning 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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2. Install the steering wheel cover.
F. Knuckles not worn, cracked, or damaged.
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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.
REMOVING STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the steering wheel cover and steering wheel. Account for the washer. Note the match marks for assembly purposes.
Steering Wheel REMOVING
1. Remove the steering wheel cover by squeezing the retaining tabs together (located behind the steering wheel); then match mark the steering shaft and steering wheel. NOTE: Any time steering components are disassembled, all connecting components should be marked for proper alignment during assembling.
2. Remove the nut securing the steering wheel and remove the steering wheel. INSPECTING
1. Inspect the steering wheel for cracks, missing padding, or broken spokes.
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2. Remove the reinstallable plastic rivets and cap screws securing the plastic steering column covers; then remove both upper and lower covers. Account for the rubber plugs.
2. Inspect the splines for wear. 3. Check that the steering wheel is not bent. INSTALLING
1. Install the steering wheel aligning the two match marks. Place the washer onto the steering shaft; then apply a drop of red Loctite #271 to the threads of the nut and secure the steering wheel. Tighten to 25 ft-lb. NOTE: If a new steering wheel is being installed, mark the wheel as close as possible to the old wheel mark; then check for proper positioning with the front wheels straight forward.
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