STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
Rack and Pinion
7
RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY
1.
Install a new tab washer (4) and an inner ball joint (3)
. Install the ball joint onto the rack
by securing the rack in a vise using wood blocks between the rack and the jaws of the vise to protect the rack
from damage. Tighten the ball joint to 60 ft-lb (81 N·m).
2.
Bend the edges of the tab washer (4) up against the ball joint (3)
3.
Apply a light coating of EP grease to the teeth of the rack (17), then slide the rack through the bushing (5) and
housing (6). Install the stop washer (18) and retaining ring (19) to the end of the rack
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Figure 7-11
Steering Gear
2007-2009 Turf 252, Carryall 252 and XRT 900 Maintenance and Service Manual
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