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5. Replace the fluid
6. When adding new fluid, bleed the
power steering system by turning
on the engine and turning the
steering wheel full right and then
full left. Add fluid when necessary
as air bleeds out of the system.
Steering Shaft Bolt Torque
Specifications
Fastener torque specifications for steering
shaft.
For off–highway vehicles, tighten the U–
bolts after the first day or two of operation.
Then check weekly. The following are
common torque specifications for most
steering shafts.
Steering U-joint Pinch Bolt
Fastener Size Tightening
Specification ft-lb
(N•m)
7/16 inch 55-60 (74-81)
Pitman Arm Clamp Bolt
Fastener Size Tightening
Specification ft-lb
(N•m)
3/4 inch 300-320 (406-433)
WARNING
If this chassis is equipped with an
electronic stability control (ESC) and is
modified (e.g. adding or removing an
axle, converting from a truck to a trac-
tor, converting from a tractor to a truck,
changing the body, lengthening of the
wheelbase and/or frame, relocating
frame components, or modifying pneu-
matic or electrical ABS/ESC harness-
es) the ESC must be disabled by a
qualified technician. If you have any
questions, contact your authorized
dealer. Failure to comply may result in
death, personal injury, equipment or
property damage.
Driveline
General lubrication information for
drivelines.
See the driveshaft manufacturer's
operator's manual for lubrication
specifications and service intervals.
WARNING
Improper lubrication of U joints can
cause them to fail prematurely. The
driveshaft could separate from the ve-
hicle and result in an accident. Make
sure lubricant is purged at all four ends
of each U joint and loosen caps if nec-
essary. Also, regularly inspect U joints
for excessive wear or movement, and
repair or replace as necessary. Failure
to comply may result in death, person-
al injury, equipment or property dam-
age.
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