Taylor-Dunn SS-025-34, Service And Parts Manual

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Steering
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SS and MX Models, DC System
MS-534-13
INSPECT ROD ENDS
Note: A set of ball joints and/or rod ends will wear
at the same rate. If a ball joint and or rod end
is worn out, then all should be replaced as
a set.
1: Visually inspect each rod end for any signs of
play between the ball and the nylon or brass
bushing in the housing.
2: If any play is evident, then the rod end is worn out
and should be replaced. Refer to section Replace
the Ball Joints, Tie Rods, and Drag Link for
information regarding replacing ball joints.
3: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
4: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
5: Release the parking brake and test drive.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
REPLACE ROD END
1: Raise the front of the vehicle and support with
jack stands.
2: Loosen the rod end clamp or jam nut on the
steering sleeve.
3: Remove the nut or bolt holding the rod end onto
the steering arm.
4: Remove the ball joint from the steering sleeve.
5: Install the new rod end into the steering sleeve.
Screw it into the sleeve the same number of turns
counted in the previous step. Do not tighten the
rod end clamp or jam nut at this time.
6: Install the rod end into the steering arm. Tighten
the ball joint nut per torque listed in the Hardware
Torque table at the end of this section.
7: Realign the front wheels. Refer to the Front Axle
section for information regarding realignment of
the front wheels.
8: Lower the vehicle.
9: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
10: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
11: Release the park brake and test drive.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING