Operation and maintenance manual

SM 1393 Rev 1 2-00
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Steering System - Steering Cylinder
Section 220-0120
8. Place the battery master switch in the 'On'
position, remove all wheel blocks, start the engine
and operate the steering from lock to lock several
times to purge air from the steering lines. Check
steering lines and fittings for leaks and tighten as
required.
MAINTENANCE
Visually inspect steering cylinders and mounting
regularly for leaks and damage. Repair/replace as
required. Lubricate cylinder pins every 50 hours
through lube fittings (16, Fig. 1) with lubricant specified
in Section 300-0020, LUBRICATION SYSTEM.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Special tools for removal and installation of the piston
and end cap can be fabricated as shown in Figs. 2 & 3.
Refer to Section 300-0070, SERVICE TOOLS, for part
numbers of general service tools and adhesives required.
These tools and adhesives are available from your
dealer.
SM - 407
Dimensions in mm
(inches)
Fig. 2 - End Cap Torque Tool
SM - 408
EN3B
DOM TUBE
SQUARE
Dimensions in mm (inches)
SILVER STEEL
OUTER SHELL TO BE SECURED
TO INNER BODY WITH 2BA CAPSCREWS
Fig. 3 - Piston Torque Tool
DRILL AND REAM THROUGH
AND FIT 12 (0.472) Ø
HARDENED DOWEL
TORQUE PINS 2 PLACES
SECURE ALUMINIUM
COLLAR WITH (3) M8
CAP SCREWS