MacDon M150 SP - Manual (Page 130)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Form 169017 / 169087 / 169095
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Revision C
7.7.4 STEERING ADJUSTMENTS
7.7.4.1 Steering Link Pivots
The following checks should be performed
annually:
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.
d. Place GSL in N-DETENT, shutdown engine, and
remove key
e. Check for evidence of interference of moving parts
with hoses, tubes, other linkages.
f. Check steering rod bolts (A) for looseness, and
ball joints (B) for any perceptible play or
movement.
g. Check steering link bolts (C) for looseness, and
ball joints (D) for any perceptible play or
movement.
h. If bolts are loose:
1. Back off jam-nut (E).
2. Tighten inside nut (F) to 70 - 80 ft·lbf
(95 - 108 N·m).
3. Hold inside nut (F) and tighten jam-nut (E) to
60 - 70 ft·lbf (81 - 95 N·m).
i. If steering rod ball joints (B) or steering link ball
joints (D) are loose, they should be replaced. See
your MacDon Dealer or refer to the Technical
Service Manual for replacement procedures.
j. After replacing parts or making adjustments,
perform checks for neutral interlock and steering
lock. Refer to Section 7.7.2. Safety Systems.
C
D
A
A
B
B
E
F