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12.
(Omit installation of shim pack.) Assemble the
knuckle pin cover, bearing and seal assembly
through lower bore in axle body and onto lower
knuckle pin.
13.
Prior to installation of knuckle pin cover (bearing
cup retainer) capscrews, apply 80-100 Ib-ft
(109136 N-m) load against knuckle pin cover
while rotating steer knuckles back and forth 3 or
4 times thru approximately 900 to seat the
knuckle pin bearings.
NOTE
Knuckle pin cover capscrews may be
installed and partially tightened to
seat the knuckle pin bearings.
14.
With a thickness gauge, measure the clearance
(dimension X) between the axle body and the
knuckle pin cover.
15.
Select appropriate shims from shim pack that
will add up to a total shim thickness of .005-.009
in. (0.127-0.229 mm) less than dimension X.
16.
Remove knuckle pin cover. Install correct shim
pack as determined above. Reinstall knuckle
pin cover.
17.
Tighten knuckle pin cover capscrews to torque
spec: 15-18 lb-ft (20-25 N•m).
18.
Check the installation of the knuckle to be sure
that it is free to rotate in the bearings without
binding.
19.
Repeat above procedures for opposite end of
axle.
Steering Cylinder Reassembly
Refer to Section 9.13, Steering Cylinder Overhaul (Type
2).
Steering Cylinder and Tie Rod Arm Installation
1.
Assemble tie rod arm (link) into each end of the
steering cylinder piston rod. Install pin and
washer. Install new cotter pins and bend tabs to
lock.
2.
Assemble the steering cylinder into axle frame.
Be sure the locator pin is installed in correct
position.
NOTE
If new locator dowel pin is to be
installed, press pin 0.087 in. (0.0-2.2
mm) below outer surface of axle
body.
3.
Install the four steering cylinder mounting bolts.
4.
Tighten steer cylinder mounting bolts to torque
spec: 125-140 lb-ft (170-190 N•m).
5.
Install tie rod arms into steering knuckles. Install
pin and washer. Install new cotter pins and bend
tabs to lock.
6.
Check to be sure all lube fittings are installed.
Fill all lubrication points with correct lubricant.
Refer to Recommended Greasing Procedure.
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