UNDERCARRIAGE TMS700E SERVICE MANUAL
8-16 Published 01-29-2015, Control # 512-01
STEER CYLINDER
Description
The steer cylinders are double acting hydraulic cylinders and
are controlled by a steering control valve located in the
steering gearbox. The barrel of each cylinder is attached to
the carrier frame. The cylinder shaft is attached to a steering
arm on the axle spindle. The hydraulic oil entering one end or
the other of the cylinder pushes or pulls the tie rod to turn the
wheels left or right.
Maintenance
NOTE: For Disassembly and Assembly of the steer
cylinder, refer to Cylinders, page 2-52.
Removal
1. Tag and disconnect the hydraulic lines to the cylinder.
Cap or plug all lines and openings.
2. Remove the cotter pin, washer, and the retaining nut
from each end of the cylinder.
3. Remove the cylinder.
Installation
1. Install the cylinder in position and secure it with the
attaching nut and washers. Torque the nut 136 to
170 Nm (100 to 125 lb-ft). Tighten the nut to the nearest
cotter pin hole and install the cotter pin. Add additional
washers as necessary to ensure proper seating of cotter
pin in nut.
2. Connect the hoses as per removal tags.
14.44 Degrees
14.69 Degrees
FIGURE 8-9
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