Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Front Axle Page 9
Rod End Nut
Rod End
Jam Nut
Steering
Sleeve
Steering Arm
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in severe bodily injury.
7. Loosen the rod end jam nut or clamp on the steering
sleeve.
8. Remove the rod end nut.
9. Remove the rod end from the steering arm.
HINT: Count the number of turns required to
remove the rod end from the steering
sleeve. This will make it easier to
realign the wheels.
10. Install the new rod end into the steering sleeve.
Screw it into the sleeve the same number of turns
counted in the previous step. Do not tighten the
rod end clamp or jam nut at this time.
11. Install the rod end into the steering arm. Tighten the rod end nut to 20-25 ft-lbs.
12. Realign the front wheels.
NOTE: Refer to the Steering section for information regarding realignment
of the front wheels.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
15. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
16. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
Replacing a Ball Joint
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
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