Lift Lever Assm. Service - Simplicity LTH series Service Manual

6 General Repair
6B Hand Controls Repair
Lift Lever Assembly Service
Access for lift lever service may be achieved by remov-
ing the battery from the lower dash area, or for a greater
access area, by removing the dash assembly and related
parts as shown in the Hood, Dash, and Grill Repair
Repair section. See Figure B–4 for a complete exploded
view of all parts.
LIFT HANDLE ROD/LINK SERVICE
1. Using a 1/2" socket, remove the locknut securing the
lift handle rod to the pivot spacer inside of the lower
dash (Figure B–27).
2. Slide the lift handle rod off the spacer, and twist 90°
to disengage from the upper lift link (Figure B–28).
The lift handle rod can be removed through the slot
in the lower dash. Inspect for wear or damage, and
replace as required.
3. The upper lift link and lift link (H, K, Figure B–4) can
be removed and inspected for wear and damage by
disengaging them from the lift assembly cams under
the unit. Replace links as necessary.
4. See Figure B–29-Top. If necessary, the upper trans-
port lift link can be removed from the lift assembly
cam by removing the cotter pin. Inspect the upper
transport lift link and replace as required.
5. To remove the lift lever cam, use a box wrench and
unscrew the hex nut securing it to the carriage bolt
and unit frame. Inspect for wear or damage, and re-
place if required. Apply grease to the pivot spacer
during reassembly.
6. Reassemble parts in reverse order of disassembly.
Refer to Figure B–4 for correct part locations.
Figure B–27. Remove Locknut From Lift Handle
Rod Pivot Spacer
Figure B–28. Twist Lift Handle Rod 90° To
Disengage From Upper Lift Link
Figure B–29. Remove Upper Transport Lift Link &
Lift Cam
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