Check and Adjust Toe-In

  1. Stop the machine on a firm, level surface.
  2. Disengage the MFWD if equipped.
  3. Turn the steering wheel so the front wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  4. Park the machine safely.

Check Toe-In

NOTE: Use an outside or inside bar on each tire for marking the center line if the front axle is equipped with bar tires.

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    LV26019-UN-25AUG16

    A - Distance between center line of tire.

    B - Distance between center line of tire.

    Using chalk, mark the center line of each tire at hub height and to the front of the axle.

  2. Measure and record the distance (A) between the center lines of each tire.
  3. Drive the machine forward or rearward until the chalk mark moves 180° to rear of the axle.
  4. Park the machine safely.
  5. Measure and record the distance (B) between the center lines of each tire.
  6. Determine the difference between the front and rear measurement. The measured distance (A) must be 3 mm (1/8 in) less than the measured distance (B). Adjust the toe-in if necessary.

Adjust Toe-In

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    LV25631-UN-15JUN16

    A - Nut

    B - Tie Rod

    Loosen nuts (A) on both ball joints.
  2. Rotate the tie rod (B) clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the amount of toe-in. Adjust the tie rod until the toe-in measurement is within the correct specification.
    • Rotating the threaded rod in 1/2 turn increments equals 1.5 mm (1/16 in).
  3. Tighten the nuts to the correct specification. ().

    ItemMeasurementSpecification
    Ball Joint NutTorque120 N·m 88 lb·ft

  4. Check the toe-in setting. Repeat the procedure if further adjustment is required.

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