MCi Crusader II 1989 Maintenance Manual page 377

Date
1-1-89.
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MC-9 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
TROUBLE
EXCESSIVE PUMP PRESSURE WITH STEERING
GEAR IN NEUTRAL POSITION
Kink in oil return line.
OTHER CAUSES OF HARD STEERING
Caster and camber degree incorrect
Air in system.
LOST MOTION OR LASH AT STEERING WHEEL
Steering wheel loose on shaft
Loose connections between gear and steering
column.
Steering gear loose on frame.
Pitman arm loose on sector shaft
Components in steering linkage loose or worn.
Steering gear improperly adjusted.
. OVERHEATING OF STEERING GEAR
Undersize replacement hose or line.
Restricted hose or line due to kink or severe bend.
Restricted recentering of valve due to column bind-
ing or side loading of input shaft
CAUTION: If the hydraulic system fluid
becomes overheated, It can cause the seals
In the stffring gear to shrink, harden, or
crack and loM their seating ablllty.
EXTERNAL OIL LEAKAGE
Rubber relief (vent) plug leaking at side cover indi-
cates failure of sector shaft oil seal in side cover.
OVERHEATING OF STEERING GEAR
Poppets not properly adjusted.
REMEDY
Relocate line to remove kink.
Correct to specification; see Front End Alignment Chart. Section 1.
Bleed system and check for source of air.
Tighten to specifications.
Tighten connections; refer to Steering Column.
Tighten.
Tighten.
Tighten or replace where necessary.
Adjust
Replace with correct size hose or line.
Relocate line or hose to remove kink.
Inspect and repair gear to correct refer to Steering Gear.
Replace oil seal.
Adjust to specifications.