Group 26, Steer Axle
26-5-2 • Steering Cylinder Removal and Replacement SM 765, Dec ’06
Cylinder is now ready to be removed from the steer axle
body. Cylinder must be lifted off dowel pins positioning
cylinder to axle body.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
Cylinder is somewhat heavy and bulky.
When removing cylinder from mounting be
prepared to lift and move the full weight of
the cylinder.
Parts Inspection
Completely inspect all parts:
1. Clean all bearings, cups, seals, pins, and other parts
in an approved cleaning fluid.
2. Inspect all parts for scratches, chips, scoring, and
uneven or heavy wear. Check steering links to be sure
they are not bent or twisted. Check all threaded parts
for damage.
3. Replace all parts showing excessive wear or signs of
damage.
4. If parts are to be left exposed, coat all mating sur-
faces of parts with a light layer of engine oil. Keep all
parts clean and covered.
5. Remove and clean all grease fittings before reassem-
bling cylinder components.
Refer to Section 6, “Steer Cylinder Overhaul”, if pressure
check or troubleshooting tips indicate a problem with
steer cylinder performance.
Steer Cylinder Replacement
1. Remount the steer cylinder onto the steer axle dowel
pins; set bolts and washers in place and torque
mounting bolts to 280-320 N⋅m (205-234.5 ft-lb).
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
Cylinder is somewhat heavy and bulky.
When remounting cylinder to steer axle
body, be prepared to lift and maneuver the
full weight of the cylinder as you set it into
position.
2. Position the steering link with the cylinder rod end.
Reuse steer link bearing if still serviceable. Install
new bearings if scoring or wear marks are evident or
if the bearings do not operate smoothly.
Steering Link
Steering Link Pin
Steering Link Bearing
Snap Ring
Steer Cylinder Rod
Steering Link Pin
New Steer Axle
Old Steer Axle
Cotter Pin
Steering Link
Cylinder Rod
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