Steering
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RE-380-36 & RE-380-48
MR-380-05
INSPECT ROD ENDS
Note: A set of ball joints and/or rod ends will wear
at the same rate. If a ball joint and or rod end
is worn out, then all should be replaced as
a set.
1: Visually inspect each rod end for any signs of
play between the ball and the nylon or brass
bushing in the housing.
2: If any play is evident, then the rod end is worn out
and should be replaced. Refer to section Replace
the Ball Joints, Tie Rods, and Drag Link for
information regarding replacing ball joints.
3: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
4: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
5: Release the parking brake and test drive.
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
This section is one section of a complete service
manual. Before starting any procedure, read all
warnings and instructions that are located in the
Service Guidelines chapter.
WARNING
INSPECT BALL JOINTS
Note: A set of ball joints and/or rod ends will wear
at the same rate. If a ball joint and or rod end
is worn out, then all should be replaced as
a set.
1: Tie off the front wheels so that they cannot turn.
2: While watching the ball joints, rapidly rotate the
steering wheel to the left and right.
3: If the housing moves up or down on the shaft
then the ball joint is worn out and should be
replaced. Refer to section Replacing a Ball Joint
for information regarding replacing ball joints.
4: Untie the front wheels.
5: Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
6: Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
7: Release the parking brake and test drive.
Summary of Contents for RE-380-36
Page 6: ......
Page 12: ...Page 12 MR 380 05 Introduction RE 380 36 RE 380 48 Notes...
Page 28: ...Lubrication Page 28 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 MR 380 05 Notes...
Page 55: ...Transaxle SD Page 55 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48...
Page 65: ...Steering Page 65 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 Exploded View of Steering Gear...
Page 89: ...Wire Diagram Page 89 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 RE 380 36 RE 380 48...
Page 90: ...Wire Diagram Page 90 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 Notes...
Page 102: ...Tires Wheels Page 102 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 MR 380 05 Notes...
Page 114: ...Replacement Parts Page 114 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 GT TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY REAR...
Page 118: ...Replacement Parts Page 118 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 BATTERY...
Page 120: ...Replacement Parts Page 120 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 BRAKES BRAKE LINES...
Page 144: ...Replacement Parts Page 144 MR 380 05 RE 380 36 RE 380 48 STEERING LINKAGE...
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