Simplicity 1691766, Service & Repair Manual

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6 General Repair
6A Steering & Front Wheel Repair
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Figure A–18. Remove Steering Wheel Hardware
Earlier Models
Steering Wheel Removal
EARLIER MODELS
1A.Remove the steering wheel by disassembling the hex
head bolt and hex nut that secure the steering wheel
to the steering shaft assembly (Figure A–18).
Figure A–19. Remove Steering Wheel Spring Pin
Later Models
Figure A–20. Remove Steering Wheel
CURRENT MODELS
1B.Later-model steering wheels are attached to the
steering shaft assembly with a long spring pin. Use a
pin punch and hammer to drive the spring pin out of
the steering wheel and steering shaft assembly
(Figure A–19).
2. Slide steering wheel up to remove from steering shaft
assembly, and note positioning of mounting holes for
later reassembly (Figure A–20).
3. Inspect steering wheel and hardware for wear or
damage, and replace as required. Reassemble
steering wheel to steering shaft assembly, or proceed
to next step if steering shaft is to be serviced.