Aircraft Service Manual
Jabiru Aircraft
Pty Ltd
JTM001-1
J120, J160, J170, J200/J400, J230/J430, J250/J450 Variants
REVISION
1
Dated: Nov 2011
Issued By: SW
Page: 151 of 233
12.2 RUDDER CENTRING SYSTEM
12.2.1 DESCRIPTION
In Jabiru Aircraft the rudder pedals are connected directly to the nose leg. This gives both nose
wheel steering and the mechanism connecting the left and right pedals.
The drawings shown in Figure 124 through to Figure 128 show several variations of the systems
used.
12.2.2 RUDDER CENTRING SYSTEM REMOVAL
For details on removing the nose leg and rudder pedals refer to the appropriate sections of this
manual.
To disconnect the rudder centring system, remove the bolts and the pushrods connecting the pedals
to the nose leg or centring bellcrank.
12.2.3 RUDDER CENTRING SYSTEM INSPECTION & REPAIR
Ensure lock nuts are secure
Visually inspect the system for damage, wear and corrosion.
12.2.4 RUDDER CENTRING SYSTEM INSTALLATION
To install reverse the removal procedure given above.
WARNING
All spherical rod end bearings must be fitted with a large washer on the outside of the through-
bolt to prevent the bearing case and cable releasing in the event of a bearing failure.
Figure 124
– Steering/Rudder Centring Assy – Type 1
