John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 148)

22. Assemble pitman shaft (A) with preload adjuster (B)
and shim (C), if equipped.
23. Install side cover (D) onto shaft with preload
adjuster.
24. Turn preload adjuster screw counterclockwise until it
bottoms. Then, back screw off one-half turn.
A—Pitman Shaft
B—Preload Adjuster
C—Shim (if equipped)
D—Side Cover
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25. Install new gasket on side cover.
IMPORTANT: Tape end of pitman shaft to prevent
seal damage during shaft installation.
26. Apply tape around end of pitman shaft.
27. Center teeth of pitman shaft with teeth on ball nut.
28. Install pitman shaft into gearbox housing. Remove
tape.
29. Install three side cover cap screws. Tighten cap
screws to 40 N·m (30 lb-ft).
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30. Adjust worm bearing preload:
• Tighten worm bearing adjuster until it bottoms, then
loosen one-quarter turn.
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Steering—316/Gearbox
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316, 318 & 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors
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