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B
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
MAINTENANCE
In the following text, there are references to removing/installing
bolts etc. Additional hardware (nuts, washers etc.) that is
removed must always be installed in its original position unless
otherwise specified. Non-specified torque specifications are as
shown in the table contained in Section A.
Routine maintenance of the front suspension and steer-
ing consists of:
•
periodic inspections for loose, worn or damaged
components
•
alignment checks
•
lubrication of ball joints and wheel bearings
See Lubrication Chart and Periodic Service Schedule in
Section A. Be sure to use only the recommended lubri-
cants. Maintain correct adjustment of front bearings and
repack in accordance with the Periodic Service Sched-
ule or if a bearing replacement is required. Routine
examination of tires will provide indications if an align-
ment is required.
Lubrication
Tool List
Qty.
Grease Gun................................................................. 1
Shop Towels ............................................................. AR
Grease the rack ball joint (1) (Ref Fig. 3) per Periodic
Service Schedule in Section A. Wipe off old grease and
dirt from grease fitting and do not use more than three
(3) pumps of grease in any grease fitting. Wipe off any
grease that is forced out of rubber boot.
Fig. 3 Lubrication Points
Do not use more than three (3) pumps of grease in any
grease fitting at any one time. Excess grease may cause
grease seals to fail or grease migration into areas that
could damage components.
Wheel Bearing and King Pin Bushing
inspection
To prevent possible injury or death resulting
from a vehicle falling from a jack, follow the lift-
ing procedure in Section B of this manual. Be
sure vehicle is on a firm and level surface.
Never get under a vehicle while it is supported
by a jack. Use jack stands and test stability of
NOTICE
Front of Vehicle
1
Front of Vehicle
1
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