Axles
CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY
RAPID OR UNEVEN TIRE
WEAR
Incorrect toe-setting Check and reset toe-in if
necessary.
Improper tire inflation Inflate to proper pressure.
HARD STEERING Inadequate or improper
lubrication of knuckle pins
Consult lubrication chart for
proper lubricant, lubrication
intervals and procedures.
Overloaded Axle Reduce load.
RAPID WEAR OF TIE ROD
ENDS
Inadequate or improper
lubrication
Consult lubrication chart for
proper lubricant, lubrication
intervals and procedures.
Severely contaminative
environment
Clean and lubricate more
often.
BENT OR BROKEN TIE ROD,
STEERING ARM, TIE ROD
ARM, OR BALL STUD
Excessive power steering
pressure
Check steering pump relief
setting, check steering
system relief setting; adjust
as required.
HEAVILY WORN STEERING
ARM BALL STUD
Inadequate or improper
lubrication
Consult lubrication chart for
proper lubricant, lubrication
intervals and procedures.
EXCESSIVE WEAR OF
KNUCKLE PINS AND
BUSHINGS
Inadequate or improper
lubrication
Consult lubrication chart for
proper lubricant, lubrication
intervals and procedures.
Increase lubrication
frequency when operating in
extrem conditions.
RT500
Troubleshooting
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