Textron Jacobsen Super LF 1880 Fairway Mower with ROPS, Service & Repair Instructions

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CHASSIS
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SECTION 9F. STEERING AXLE
GENERAL
The steering axles are mounted to the rear of the
frame. A hydraulic cylinder actuates the steering. The
steering cylinder is attached to the left hand arm. The
left steering arm is attached to the right hand steering
arm using a tie rod and ball joints (Figure 9F-1). The
right ball joint has right hand threads and the left ball
joint has left hand threads. The tie rod can be turned to
adjust the steering components. See Section 6E for
steering wheel adjustments.
2 WHEEL DRIVE AXLE REPAIR
1. Shut down the engine and remove the ignition
key.
2. Lift the tractor and support with jack stands.
3. Remove the steering wheels (Section 7C).
4. Remove the steering cylinder (Section 6D).
5. While supporting the axle, remove the cotter pin,
castle nut, mounting plate, and mounting shaft
from the axle and frame.
6. Inspect and repair or replace the following compo-
nents as necessary (Figure 9F-1).
• Tie rod
• Ball joints
• Steering arms
• Mounting shaft
• Bushings
7. Remove the hubcap, cotter pin, and castle nut
from the hub.
8. Remove the hub, bearing cones, and seals.
9. Clean the hub, bearing cones, and cups. Inspect
for worn or damaged roller bearings and cup.
Replace as necessary.
10.Pack the wheel bearings with grease and install
the hub on the steering arm. Secure with the cas-
tle nut. Tighten the castle nut firmly and back nut
off one-half turn. Install the cotter pin in the near-
est castle nut slot and steering hole.
11. Position the axle for installation and install the
mounting plate, mounting shaft, castle nut and
cotter pin. Tighten the castle nut firmly and back
off to the nearest castle nut slot and mounting
shaft hole. Install the cotter pin.
12.Install the steering cylinder (Section 6D).
13.Install the steering wheels (Section 7C).
Figure 9F-1. 2 Wheel Drive Steering Axle
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