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Steering System - General Information - Steering Gear Adjustment General Procedures 1. WARNING: Adjustments of steering box should not be required while in warranty period. If box is stiff or tight and within warranty, it must be returned to manufacturer. No attempt must be made to introduce backlash. Apply park brake, chock wheels and jack up front of vehicle until wheels are clear of ground. 2. Support chassis front on axle stands. For additional information, refer to: Steering System (211-00 Steering System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing). 5. NOTE: Only check for no backlash when steering box is in central position. • NOTE: If steering wheel is not straight, it should be repositioned For additional information, refer to: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation). Centralise steering box. For additional information, refer to: Steering Gear Centralization (211-00 Steering System - General Information, General Procedures). 6. Adjustment is obtained by rocking the drop arm about centre whilst an assistant slowly tightens the steering box adjuster screw. 7. Tighten locknut when all backlash has been removed. 8. Repeat the check for backlash. If backlash exists loosen locknut and repeat adjustment procedure. 9. Turn steering wheel lock to lock and check no tightness exists. 10. Ensure front wheels are aligned and in straight ahead position. 11. Adjust drag link 924 mm between ball joint centres. For additional information, refer to: Steering System (211-00 Steering System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing). 15. RH drive vehicles - if steering wheel is to right, drag link is too long. If steering wheel is to left drag link is too short. LH drive vehicles - if steering wheel is to right, drag link is too short. If steering wheel is to left drag link is too long. 16. Adjust drag link until steering wheel points straight ahead when vehicle is travelling in a straight line. |