Greasing The Drive Shaft Universal Joints; Greasing The Drive Shaft Slip Yoke And Splines; Drag Link - Monaco DIPLOMAT 2004 Owner's Manual

The steering wheel connects to the steering box using a driveline. Service
the steering drive shaft universal joints and slip yoke every 30,000 miles or
annually. Remove the steering column cover to access the upper universal joint
and slip yoke. The lower universal joint is accessed from underneath in the
generator compartment behind the front electrical box.

Greasing the Drive Shaft Universal Joints:

1. Check the drive shaft for looseness. If loose or worn, repair the drive shaft
as necessary.
2. Apply the specified grease at the grease fitting on the universal joint.
Apply new grease until the new grease purges from all the seals.
3. If the new grease does not purge from the seals, disassemble and clean the
joint or replace the universal joint. Do not lose any of the needle bearings.

Greasing the Drive Shaft Slip Yoke and Splines:

1. Check the drive shaft for looseness. If loose or worn, repair the drive shaft
as necessary.
2. With finger, cover the rear air hole so grease flows to the front seal. Apply
the specified grease at the grease fitting on the slip yoke. Apply grease
until new grease purges and forces finger away from the air hole in the end
of the slip yoke. Greasing interval is yearly or every 30,000 miles.
The drag link connects the steering box pitman arm to the steer axle. The
movable joint (ball joint) uses sealed boots to prevent water intrusion. Do not
rupture the boot when applying grease. Grease interval is six months or every
5,000 miles.
NOTE: It will be necessary to start the motorhome and turn
the steering wheel to access fitting(s).
To Steering Box
LUBRICATION POINTS
CHASSIS INFORMATION
DIPLOMAT 2004
Steering Column
Slip Yoke
090349
To Steering Spindle
090353

Drag Link

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