Textron JACOBSEN GP400, Technical/Repair Manual

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STEERING
4252490-Rev A 7-17
7
Steering Yoke Assembly
Removal and Installation
See Figures 7-38 and 7-39.
NOTE
2WD steering assembly is shown; 3WD steering
assembly is similar.
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Raise hydraulic oil/fuel tank. (See “Raise Hydraulic
Oil/Fuel Tank” on page 9-4.)
3. For 3WD models, remove rear wheel motor. (See
“Wheel Motors” on page 5-57.) For 2WD models,
remove rear wheel and steering axle. (See “Rear
Wheel and Steering Axle—2WD Units (Diesel)” on
page 9-22.)
Figure 7-38
4. Remove lock nut (3) from ball joint (1).
5. Disconnect ball joint (1) from steering yoke (2).
Figure 7-39
6. Support the steering yoke (2) using an appropriate
lifting device.
7. Remove two nuts (4) and washer (5), and remove
steering yoke (2) from frame.
8. Inspect upper and lower bearings (6). Replace as
required.
Installation Note
Install steering yoke assembly by reversing the order of
removal.
TN3702
1
3
2
TN3709
5
2
6
6
4