Steering Gear Assembly - Toro 400XT Series Service Manual

10. Remove the shims from the top of the lower
bushing and set aside for installation process
(Figure 32). Important: Check the bushing,
shaft, and gears for wear and replace with new
parts if necessary. Refer to "Steering
Specifications" on page 2 - 14.
Figure 32
11. Installation - reverse the order of removal.
400XT Series Tractor Service Manual

Steering Gear Assembly

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(1) Shims
(2) Lower Bushing
(3) Steering Gear Shaft
1. Place two 0.05" (1.27mm) shims,1, between the
top of the bushing, 2, and the steering gear shaft,
3.
Note: Lubricate the bushing with general
purpose grease during assembly.
2. Align the front wheels so that they face straight
ahead.
3. Install snap ring, 4; locking collar, 5; and upper
bushing, 6, onto the steering gear shaft.
4. Insert the steering gear shaft through the opening
in the mounting bracket and onto the lower
bushing.
Note: The shims must be in place.
CHASSIS
Figure 33
(4) Snap Ring
(5) Locking Collar
(6) Mid Bushing
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