CHASSIS INFORMATION - 10
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Steering Components Steering Column
The intermediate steering shaft connects the
steering wheel to the steering box. Service the
intermediate steering shaft universal joints
and slip yoke every 30,000 miles or annually.
Remove the steering column cover to access the
upper universal joint and slip yoke lubrication
points. The lower universal joint is accessed
from underneath in the generator compartment
behind the front electrical box.
Greasing the Intermediate Steering
Shaft Universal Joints:
1. Check the shaft for looseness. Repair if
loose or worn.
2. Apply the speci ed grease at the grease
tting on the universal joint. Apply
until the new grease purges from all
the seals.
3. If the new grease does not purge from
the seals, disassemble and clean the
joint or replace the universal joint. DO
NOT lose the needle bearings.
Greasing the Intermediate Steering Shaft
Slip Yoke and Splines:
1. Check the shaft for looseness. Repair if
loose or worn.
2. With nger, cover the rear air hole so
grease ows to the front seal. Apply
the speci ed grease at the grease tting
on the slip yoke. Apply until new
grease purges and forces nger away
from the air hole in the end of the slip
yoke. Greasing interval is yearly or
every 30,000 miles.
NOTE:
Depending upon application universal
joints may have two grease fittings each.
It is necessary to apply grease to each
fitting to properly lube the universal
joint.
Drag Link
The drag link connects the steering box
pitman arm to the steer axle. The movable joint
(ball joint) uses sealed boots to prevent water
intrusion. DO NOT rupture the boot when
applying grease. Grease interval is six months or
every 5,000 miles.
NOTE:
It will be necessary to start the
motorhome and turn the steering wheel
to access fitting(s).
1. Axle Beam
2. Steering Box
3. Intermediate Steering Shaft
4. Universal Joints
5. Slip Yoke
6. Ball Joint
7. Steering Column
8. Steering Wheel
9. Right Knuckle Assembly
10. Spindle
11. Kingpin
12. Centerlink
13. Pitman Arm
14. Drag Link
Typical Steering Components
Intermediate Steering Shaft
090349b
090353c
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