Inspecting The Transmission Control Cable And Operating Mechanism; Checking The Rear Wheel Alignment; Adjusting Rear Wheel Toe-In - Toro LT2240 Operator's Manual

Inspecting the
Transmission Control
Cable and Operating
Mechanism
Service Interval: Every 250 hours
Check the condition and security of the cable and
operating mechanism at the speed-control pedals and
transmission pump ends.
•
Remove buildup of dirt, grit, and other debris.
•
Ensure that the ball joints are securely anchored
and check that the mounting brackets and cable
anchors are tight and free from cracks.
•
Inspect end fittings for wear, corrosion, broken
springs, and replace if necessary.
•
Ensure that the rubber seals are correctly located
and are in good condition.
•
Ensure that the articulating sleeves supporting
the inner cable are in good condition and firmly
attached to the outer cable assembly at the
crimped connections. If there are any signs
of cracking or detachment install a new cable
immediately.
•
Check that sleeves, rods, and inner cable are free
from bends, kinks, or other damage. If they are
not, install a new cable immediately.
•
With the engine shut off, operate the pedal
controls through the entire range and ensure that
the mechanism moves smoothly and freely to the
neutral position without sticking or hanging up.
Figure 73
1. Outer cover
2. Rubber seal
Checking the Rear Wheel
Alignment
Service Interval: Every 500 hours
To prevent excessive tire wear and ensure safe
machine operation, the front and back of the rear
wheels must align within 5 mm (0.20 inch) or less.
g014571
3. Sleeve
4. Rod end
1. Turn the steering wheel to align the rear wheels
in the straight ahead.
2. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to
Preparing the Machine for Maintenance (page
35).
3. At axle height, measure the distance between
the front of the rear wheels and between the
rear of the rear wheels.
Note:
The wheels are aligned if the difference
between the front and rear measurements are 5
mm (0.20 inch) or less.
1. Front measurement
4. If the difference between the front and rear
measurements is greater that 5 mm (0.20 inch),
align the rear wheels; refer to
Wheel Toe-In (page 47)
Adjusting Rear Wheel
Toe-In
1. At the front of the rear wheel, loosen the 2 jam
nuts securing the track rod assembly to the rod
ends (Figure 75).
47
Figure 74
2. Rear measurement
Adjusting Rear
g348713