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Checking steering chain tension, Danger – MacDon M155 Operators Manual User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

4. If bolts are loose:

a. Back off jam nut (A).

b. Tighten inside nut (B) to 70–80 ft·lbf (95–108 N·m).

c. Hold inside nut (B) and tighten jam nut (A) to

60–70 ft·lbf (81–95 N·m).

Figure 5.35: Steering Link

5. If steering link ball joints or steering rod ball joints

are loose, they should be replaced.

See your

MacDon Dealer.

6. After replacing parts or making adjustments, perform

checks for Neutral Interlock and steering lock. Refer to
Section

5.7.2 Safety Systems, page 275

.

Checking Steering Chain Tension

DANGER

Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.

1. Check steering for binding or excessive play which

may be the result of the steering chain being too tight
or too loose. If the steering chain does NOT require
adjustment, skip the following steps.

2. If the chain tension requires adjustment, swivel the

operator’s station to position steering column close to
the door.

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