MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 319)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
3. Check steering link bolts (A) for looseness and ball
joints (B) for any perceptible movement.
Figure 5.39: Steering Link
4. If bolts are loose:
a. Back off jam nut (A).
b. Tighten inside nut (B) to 70–80 ft·lbf (95–108 N·m).
c. Hold inside nut (B) and tighten jam nut (A) to
60–70 ft·lbf (81–95 N·m).
Figure 5.40: Steering Link
5. See your MacDon Dealer to replaced any loose
steering link ball joints or steering rod ball joints.
6. After replacing parts or making adjustments, perform
checks for Neutral Interlock and steering lock. Refer to
5.7.2 Safety Systems, page 298 .
Checking Steering Chain Tension
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Check steering for binding or excessive play which
may be the result of the steering chain being too tight
or too loose. If the steering chain does NOT require
adjustment, skip the following steps.
2. If the chain tension requires adjustment, swivel the
operator’s station to position steering column close to
the door.
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