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Figure 69
1. Tie rods
3. When toe-in is correct, tighten jam nuts against tie rods.
Models 03544 only
1. Rotate the steering wheel so the rear wheels are straight
ahead.
2. Remove the cotter pin and slotted hex nut from either
tie rod ball joint. Use a ball joint fork and remove the
tie rod ball joint from the axle case support.
3. Loosen clamps on both ends of tie rod (Fig. 70).
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Figure 70
1. Tie rod
4. Rotate the detached ball joint inward or outward one (1)
complete revolution. Tighten the clamp at the loose end
of the tie rod.
5. Rotate the entire tie rod assembly the same direction
(inward or outward) one (1) complete revolution.
Tighten the clamp at the connected end of the tie rod.
6. Install the ball joint in the axle case support and tighten
the slotted hex nut finger tight.
7. Measure the distance at the front and the rear of the rear
wheels at axle height. The distance at the front of the
rear wheels should be 0–1/8 in. (0–3 mm) less than the
distance measured at the rear of the wheels.
8. Repeat steps 3 through 7 if necessary.
9. Tighten ball joint hex nut and install a new cotter pin.
Servicing the Battery
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Warning
Important Before welding on the machine, disconnect
both cables from the battery, disconnect both wire harness
plugs from the electronic control unit and the terminal
connector from the alternator to prevent damage to the
electrical system.
Danger
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a
deadly poison and causes severe burns.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to
shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect
your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
Charging the battery produces gasses that can
explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and
flames away from battery.
Warning
Note: Check battery condition weekly or after every 50
hours of operation. Keep terminals and entire battery case
clean because a dirty battery will discharge slowly. To clean
the battery, wash the entire case with solution of baking
soda and water. Rinse with clear water. Coat the battery