Section XVIII. STEERING

1. Inner wheel bearing

2. Wheel and tire assembly

3. Outer wheel bearing

4. Washer

5. Wheel nut

6. Cotter pin

7. Hub Cap

8. Lock Washer

9. Screw

Figure 3-58. Rear wheel.

exploded view.

Section XVIII. STEERING

3-68. General

(2) Remove cotter pins (5 and 13) from adjusting

a. Steering of the lift truck is accomplished with

plug (l) and nut (12).

full hydraulic power from a hydraulic cylinder.

(3) Loosen adjusting plug and disconnect tie rod

Rotation of the steering wheel operates a hydraulic

socket from ball on pivot arm.

valve, sending hydraulic pressure to the steering

(4) Remove nut (12) from ball socket (10) and re-

cylinder.

move tie rod and boot (11) from spindle arm.

b. Hydraulic oil pressure is supplied by the hydrau-

b. Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair.

lic pump mounted below the radiator. The pump also

(1) Wash all parts in cleaning compound, solvent

provides hydraulic oil pressure to operate the lift and

(Spec. P-S-661) and dry thoroughly with compressed

tilt cylinders. Refer to figure 3-59 for a schematic

air.

drawing of the hydraulic system.

(2) Inspect springs and ball sockets for damage.

3-69. Tie Rods

Check threaded areas for stripped or defective

threads.

a. Removal. Refer to figure 3-60 and remove the tie

(3) Replace defective parts.

rods as follows:

c. Installation. Lubricate tie rods with grease

(1) Place jack under rear of truck and raise truck

(GAA). Refer to figure 3-60 and install tie rods as

far enough to provide working clearance. Place blocks

follows:

under front wheels.

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