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GRT9165 SERVICE MANUAL
UNDERCARRIAGE
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Published 10-01-2020 Control # 699-00
GROVE
Maintenance
Front Steering System
Troubleshooting
Table 8-1
Functional Check
A normal periodic functional check of the entire steering
system will generally be adequate to ensure satisfactory
service.
1.
Check all fittings for leakage. An accumulation of moist,
black dirt is a good indication of leakage.
2.
With the engine running at idle and at full throttle, and
with the machine standing still and moving, turn the
steering wheel through the full range of travel. Note any
speed irregularities and sticky sensation. This may
indicate dirt in the fluid. If the steering wheel continues to
rotate when started and released, a condition known as
Motoring exists. This may also indicate dirty fluid in the
system.
3.
Ensure the system has adequate power. If there is an
indication of hard steering, this can be caused by either
a reduced oil flow to the control valve or a reduced
system relief pressure. Adequate oil flow under all
conditions can best be checked by timing the full travel
of the cylinder with the steered axle unloaded and
loaded. If there is a great difference at low engine speed
and slight difference at high engine speeds this may
indicate a defective pump drive. Refer to
Setting the Front Steer Pressure
Front Steering Control Valve
The steering control valve is located under the dash and is
actuated by a conventional steering wheel and steering
column, providing precise, full hydraulic steering. Precise
steering is accomplished by a metering system within the
valve that is directly connected to the steering column and
wheel.
Symptom
Probable Cause
Solution
1.
Hard to steer left and
right.
a.
Hydraulic oil low.
a.
Check system for leaks. Make
repairs as needed. Fill reservoir.
b.
Clogged or loose hydraulic lines or
fittings.
b.
Clean or tighten lines or
fittings.
c.
Defective flow divider valve(s).
c.
Repair or replace valve(s).
d.
Defective steering control valve.
d.
Repair or replace valve.
e.
Defective hydraulic pump.
e.
Repair or replace pump.
f.
Lack of Lubrication.
f.
Grease axle kingpins and relay arm.
2.
Hard to steer either left
or right.
a.
Clogged or loose hydraulic lines or
fittings.
a.
Clean or tighten lines or
fittings.
b.
Defective steer cylinder.
b.
Repair or replace cylinder.
3.
Steering is erratic left
and right.
a.
Hydraulic oil low.
a.
Check system for leaks. Make
repairs as needed. Fill reservoir.
b.
Clogged or loose hydraulic lines or
fittings.
b.
Clean or tighten lines or
fittings.
c.
Defective steering control valve.
c.
Repair or replace valve.
d.
Defective hydraulic pump.
d.
Repair or replace pump.
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