TRACTOR WANDERS OVER ROAD (Cont)

TM 9-2320-285-24-2

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STEERING SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT)

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

3. TRACTOR WANDERS OVER ROAD (Cont)

Step 3. Check that power steering gear sector shaft is centered.

a. If sector shaft is not centered, center (para 3-28d).

b. If sector shaft is centered, proceed to step 4 below.

Step 4. Check if power steering gear worm shaft locknut is loose.

a. If locknut is loose, tighten and secure (para 3-28d).

b. If locknut is secure, overhaul or replace power steering gear (para 3-28d).

4. NO RECOVERY

Step 1. Check universal joint components for wear or damage.

a. If universal joint components are worn or damaged, replace (para 3-28b).

b. If universal joint components are not worn or damaged, proceed to step 2 below.

Step 2. Check for binding in universal joint assembly.

a. If universal joint assembly is binding, correct as necessary (para 3-28b).

b. If universal joint assembly is not binding, proceed to step 3 below.

Step 3. Check steering column components for binding.

a. If components are binding, replace (para 3-28a).

b. If components are not binding, proceed to step 4 below.

Step 4. Remove power steering reservoir dipstick (para 2-58c).

Attach a vacuum pump to power steering reservoir fill opening. Operate pump several minutes to create a

vacuum inside the reservoir.

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