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MAINTENANCE
Steering
6-24. Steering
6-24.1 General Inspection
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Ensure that drag link, tie-rod, steering arm, and pitman arm retaining nuts and clamps are tight and properly
torqued.
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Check that all cotter pins are installed, spread, and not corroded.
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Inspect hoses for any signs of leaking, kinking, chafing, or corrosion.
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Maintain power steering reservoir fluid level.
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Inspect steering column joint bolts and steering linkage.
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Carefully inspect steering gear mounting bracket for signs of damage, distortion, or fatigue cracking.
6-24.2 TAK-4™ Steering
Front TAK-4™ Steering Components
Refer to the Pierce Service Manual, group 0601-P-002, TAK-4
™
Steering Components and Adjustments.
Rear-Steering Rear TAK-4™ Steering Components (Optional)
Refer to the Pierce Service Manual, group 0601-P-005, TAK-4
™
Rear Steering Adjustments, and group 0601-P-
007 Rear Steering Components.
Non-Steering Rear TAK-4™ Steering Components (Optional)
Refer to the Pierce Service Manual, group 0601-P-006, TAK-4
™
Rear Steering Components and Adjustments.
6-24.3 Steering Reservoir
The power steering pump reservoir must be kept to the proper level and free of air. When filling the reservoir, start
the engine and turn the steering wheel from left to right and continue filling until proper level is maintained.
A replacement-type filter element is located in the pump reservoir. Carefully clean any buildup of dirt and grease
from the reservoir cover. Remove the reservoir cover and filter element. Clean inside of reservoir with a lint-free
cloth. Install a new filter element, refill with oil, and replace cover.
The filter element should be changed when the oil in the steering system is changed. TRW and Sheppard power
steering gears require the use of automatic transmission fluid type “E” or “F” or TES-389 approved fluid. Highway
vehicles should have the fluid changed annually or every 50,000 miles. Off-highway vehicles will require more
frequent change intervals.
Correct any steering problems immediately. Failure to properly maintain the steering system and its
components may lead to loss of vehicle control resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Summary of Contents for Enforcer
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Page 18: ...FOREWORD 1 6 To the Owner and Operator 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
Page 30: ...SAFETY 2 12 Safety and Responsibility 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
Page 122: ...OPERATION 5 60 Driving the Vehicle 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
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