MacDon M205 2012, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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Revision E
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.
a. Place Ground Speed Lever (GSL) in N-DETENT,
shut down engine, and remove key
b. Check for evidence of interference of moving parts
with hoses, tubes, other linkages.
c. Check steering rod bolts (A) for looseness and ball
joints (B) for any perceptible play or movement.
d. Check steering link bolts (C) for looseness and
ball joints (D) for any perceptible play or
movement.
e. If bolts are loose:
1. Back off jam nut (E).
2. Tighten inside nut (F) to 70–80 lb-ft
(95–108 N·m).
3. Hold inside nut (F), and tighten jam nut (E) to
60–70 lb-ft (81–95 N·m).
f. If steering link ball joints (B) or steering rod ball
joints (D) are loose, they should be replaced. See
your MacDon Dealer or refer to the technical
manual for replacement procedures.
g. After replacing parts or making adjustments,
perform checks for neutral interlock and steering
lock. Refer to Section 7.7.2. Safety Systems.
E
F
B
A
A
B
C
D