Buhler 2180 - Manual (Page 161)

SECTION 2 - OPERATION
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2WD FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN
The correct toe-in is 6 - 13 mm (1/4″ - 1/2″).
Use the following procedure to check toe-in:
1. Raise the front axle so that both wheels are off
the ground and the steering is free to turn through
a full right and left turn. Support the axle with jack
stands and block both the front and back of the
rear wheels.
2. Place a mark on the inside front of the front rims
where the tire and rim meet. Place the marks at
hub height.
3. Measure the distance, 1, between the marks.
4. Rotate both front tires 180 degrees so the marks
are at the rear.
5. Measure the distance, 2, between the marks.
6. Subtract the front measurement, 1, from the rear
measurement, 2.
7. If the toe-in is 6 mm - 13 mm (1/4″ - 1/2″) and the
right tire does not contact the end of the cylinder
rod in a full right-hand turn, the toe-in is correct
and no adjustment is needed.
NOTE: If toe-in is not as specified, proceed to step 8.
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Use the following procedure to adjust toe-in:
NOTE: Before adjusting the toe-in, measure the
distance, 1, between the inner, 2, and outer, 4, tie rod
ends on both tie rods. Adjust the tie rods to achieve
equal measurements before proceeding. This will
ensure that both tires track evenly.
8. Loosen jam nut, 3, on each tie rod.
9. Remove the outer tie rod ends, 4, from each
spindle, 5.
10. Adjust each tie rod equally to achieve 6 mm - 13
mm (1/4″ - 1/2″) total toe-in.
11. Install each outer tie rod end, 4, and torque the
retaining nut, 6, to 136 N·m (100 ft.-lbs.). Install
a new cotter pin on each tie rod end.
12. Tighten the jam nut, 3, on each tie rod.
13. Check toe-in measurement.
14. Perform a full right-hand turn and check that the
tire does not contact the steering cylinder rod.
WARNING
Owners should ensure that all steering compo-
nents are maintained in a reliable and satisfacto-
ry condition to ensure safe operation and comply
with legal requirements.
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