Replace The King Pins And Bushings - Taylor-Dunn BG-015-00 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

REPLACE THE KING PINS AND BUSHINGS

There are different types of king pin bushings depending on the configuration of your vehicle.
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Bronze bushings in the axle beam.
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Bronze bushings in the steering knuckle.
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Metal backed teflon bushings in the axle beam or suspension arm.
NOTE: Bronze bushings must be reamed or broached to the proper
Refer to the illustration below for the type of bushing in your vehicle.
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
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diameter after they are pressed into the axle beam or steering
knuckle.
Failure to correctly broach or ream bronze bushings may result in
steering difficulty and loss of control of the vehicle causing severe
bodily injury and /or property damage.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF" position, then remove the
key.
2. Place the Shift lever in the neutral position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the battery.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in severe bodily injury.
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