Maintenance Section
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Overhead Guard – Inspect
Check tightness of overhead guard mounting bolts
at 95 N
•
m (70 lb
•
ft).
Check overhead guard for bent or cracked sections.
Have repairs made if needed.
Steering Mechanism - Check,
Lubricate
Lubricate the steer axle king pins, total of four fittings.
Two on the right side and two on the left side.
Lubricate the steering link bearings, total of four
fittings. Two on the right side and two on the left side
Check for any worn or loose components of the
steering mechanism. Remove any debris or trash as
Steer Suspension – Inspect
Inspect the suspension mounting bolts. Tighten
suspension mounting bolts, if necessary, to 240 ± 30
N·m (180 ± 20 lb·ft).
Look for leaks at the power steering hose
connections.
Remove any trash buildup on the suspension or the
steer axle.
Parking Brake - Test, Adjust
See topic, “Parking Brake - Test, Adjust” in “First 50-
100 Service Hours or a Week”.