TM10-3930-671-10 Planned Maintenance and Lubrication Truck Lubrication Raise the rear of the truck and place blocking under the frame for safety. Lubricate the steer axle linkage -- tie rod ends and bearings.  Be sure to clean the grease fittings before lubricating and remove the excess grease from all points after lubrication.  Inspect the steering cylinder piston rod, seals, and fasteners for damage, leaks, and looseness. Remove the blocking and lower the rear of the truck. Lubricate the tilt cylinder rod ends (at the forward end) and the upright trunnion bushings. E-105