Specifications

Fig. 40

J. Universal Joint Assembly

Install the universal joint cross and bearing assembly

with two bolts in each of the bearing caps. (See figs.

27 and 20, Page 13 & 11.) Rotate the wheel hub to rotate

the universal joint while the end is turned against the

steering stop and check for positive clearance.

K. Brake Actuator Chamber

Installation

If not already on the assembly, add the brake

actuator chamber. Assemble a collet nut on the

actuator chamber tube so that the tapered part of the

nut will fit into actuator. Screw the actuator chamber

into the actuator until the tube is tight against the

wedge stop washer. Tighten the collet nut securely

(150 ft. Ibs. torque).

L. Steering Arm Assembly

Install the steering arm and upper kingpin bearing

cap. Note that the short studs are used on the

outboard end when installing the steering arm and the

long studs on the inboard end. Use flexloc nuts on the

studs. The cap is held in place with bolts and

lockwashers.

Fig. 41

M. Tie Rod Assembly

Install the steering connecting tie rod. Tighten the

castle nuts to the specified torque and use new cotter

pins.

N. Final Assembly

Make adjustments as described in Section Ill.

Lubricate and add lubricants as described in

Section II.

Install wheels and tires. Torque wheel nuts to

specifications.

Lower the vehicle to the ground and road test.

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VI. STEERABLE DRIVE END ASSEMBLY