TM 9-2320-279-34-2
Steering System Maintenance Instructions (Cont)
(7)
Check that distance (4) between
centers of front of tires (1) is l/16
to 1/8-in. (1.6 to 3.2 mm) less than
distance (5) between centers of
rear of tires on axles No. 1 and
No. 2.
NOTE
If distances are correct, toe-in adjustment is
complete. If distances are not correct on axle
No. 1, continue with step (8). If distances are
not correct for axle No. 2 only, go to step (18).
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
NOTE
Steps (8) through (17) are for adjustment of axle No. 1 toe-in. Shortening tie rod
will increase front measurement. Lengthening tie rod will decrease front
measurement. Left tie rod has coarse threads, right tie rod has fine thread. To
make small adjustments, disconnect and adjust right side tie rod end. For large
adjustments, disconnect and adjust left side tie rod end.
Remove cotter pin (6) and nut (7) from one tie rod end (8).
Remove tie rod end (8), washer (9), bushing (10), and washer (11) from steering arm (12).
NOTE
When adjusting tie rod ends, be sure threaded area stays within slotted area of
steering arm.
Loosen nut (13) on disconnected tie rod end (8).
Turn tie rod end (8) to shorten or lengthen tie rod (14).
Tighten nut (13) after adjusting tie rod (14).
Position washer (11), bushing (10), and washer (9) on steering arm (12).
Install tie rod end (8) on steering arm (12).
Install nut (7) and tighten to 160 to 180 lb-ft (217 to 244 N•m).
Install cotter pin (6).
Repeat steps (1) through (5) and (7).
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