Maintenance

STEERING HOUSING
AND CONTROL UNIT
ERC20-30AGF (ERC040-065RG/ZG) [E108];
ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-040AG/BG) [A814];
ERP20-30ALF [B216];
GC/GLC030-040AF [B809];
GLP/GDP16-20AF
(GP/GLP/GDP030-040AF) [B810];
GP/GLP/GDP2.00-3.00RF/TF
(GP/GLP/GDP040-060RG/TG/ZG) [A875];
GC/GLC040-065RG/TG/ZG [E187];
ERP20-30ALF (ERP040-060DH) [D216];
ERP20-32ALF (ERP040-065DH) [E216];
ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-040AH) [B814];
ERC20-32AGF (ERC040-065GH) [A908];
ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH) [B839/C839]

PART NO. 524158753 1600 YRM 720

 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
• When lifting parts or assemblies, make sure all slings, chains, or cables are correctly fas-
tened, and that the load being lifted is balanced. Make sure the crane, cables, and chains
have the capacity to support the weight of the load.

• Do not lift heavy parts by hand, use a lifting mechanism.

• Wear safety glasses.

• DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CONNECTOR before doing any maintenance or repair on

electric lift trucks. Disconnect the battery ground cable on internal combustion lift trucks.

• Always use correct blocks to prevent the unit from rolling or falling. See HOW TO PUT THE
LIFT TRUCK ON BLOCKS in the Operating Manual or the Periodic Maintenance section.

• Keep the unit clean and the working area clean and orderly.

• Use the correct tools for the job.

• Keep the tools clean and in good condition.

• Always use YALE APPROVED parts when making repairs. Replacement parts must meet
or exceed the specifications of the original equipment manufacturer.

• Make sure all nuts, bolts, snap rings, and other fastening devices are removed before using
force to remove parts.

• Always fasten a DO NOT OPERATE tag to the controls of the unit when making repairs, or
if the unit needs repairs.

• Be sure to follow the WARNING and CAUTION notes in the instructions.

• Gasoline, Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Diesel fuel are
flammable. Be sure to follow the necessary safety precautions when handling these fuels
and when working on these fuel systems.

• Batteries generate flammable gas when they are being charged. Keep fire and sparks away
from the area. Make sure the area is well ventilated.

NOTE: The following symbols and words indicate safety information in this manual:

WARNING
Indicates a condition that can cause immediate death or injury!

CAUTION
Indicates a condition that can cause property damage!
Steering Housing and Control Unit Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

General................................................................................................................................................................ 1
Description .......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Operation............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Steering Wheel and Column Assembly Repair ................................................................................................... 3
Assembly Components, Remove .................................................................................................................... 3
Steering Control Unit, Disassemble ................................................................................................................ 8
Steering Control Unit, Clean ........................................................................................................................... 8
Steering Control Unit, Assemble ..................................................................................................................... 8
Assembly Components, Install ........................................................................................................................ 10
System Air Removal ............................................................................................................................................ 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................... 12

This section is for the following models:

ERC20-30AGF (ERC040-065RG/ZG) [E108];

ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-040AG/BG) [A814];
ERP20-30ALF [B216];
GC/GLC030-040AF [B809];
GLP/GDP16-20AF (GP/GLP/GDP030-040AF) [B810];
GP/GLP/GDP2.00-3.00RF/TF (GP/GLP/GDP040-060RG/TG/ZG) [A875];
GC/GLC040-065RG/TG/ZG [E187];
ERP20-30ALF (ERP040-060DH) [D216];
ERP20-32ALF (ERP040-065DH) [E216];
ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-040AH) [B814];
ERC20-32AGF (ERC040-065GH) [A908];
ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH) [B839/C839]

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1600 YRM 720 Description

General
This section has the description and repair procedures for the steering housing and the steering control unit. Addi-
tional information on parts of the steering system can be found in the Steering Axle and Hydraulic System service
manual sections for your lift truck.

Description
The steering column assembly uses a steering control
unit with hose connections on the bottom of the unit.
The steering housing has mounts for the steering col-
umn and the steering control unit. The steering wheel
is installed on the steering column. See Figure 1. The
housing is adjustable and is held in position by a latch.
The position of the housing can be changed for opera-
tor comfort. The steering housing is also the mount for
control levers and some instrument clusters.

The steering system is a hydraulic system that does

not have a mechanical connection between the steering
wheel and the steering axle. The control of the steering
is through a hydraulic circuit.

If the hydraulic pump for the steering system does not

operate, steering is still possible. A check valve permits
the steering control unit to control the steering cylinder.
The lift truck is difficult to steer when the steering pump
is not operating, but the steering control unit can oper-
ate the steering cylinder and make steering possible.

NOTE: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NOT SHOWN.

GP/GLP/GDP2.00-3.00RF/TF (GP/GLP/GDP040-
060RG/TG/ZG) SHOWN.
1. STEERING WHEEL 4. COLUMN TILT
2. STEERING LEVER
COLUMN 5. LATCH
3. STEERING 6. COVER
CONTROL UNIT 7. COWL
8. MOUNT

Figure 1. Steering Housing Assembly

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Operation
The steering control unit is a rotary valve operated by As the steering wheel is turned, the spool just begins
the steering wheel. See Figure 2. During the steering to rotate. The springs try to move the sleeve to keep
operation, the steering control unit controls the direc- the NEUTRAL position between the spool and sleeve.
tion and amount of oil flow to the steering cylinder. The However, the necessary force to turn the rotor is greater
steering cylinder in the axle actuates the steering link- than the pressure of the springs. The springs begin to
age to move the steer tires. Hydraulic oil returns from bend, letting the spool move a small amount within the
the steering cylinder to the steering control unit and then sleeve. The spool stops moving when it touches the
to the hydraulic tank. center pin. In this position, the holes in the sleeve and
the spool are aligned. Oil coming into the control unit
Turning the steering wheel actuates three main parts flows to the metering section.
of the steering control unit: the spool for the control
section, the sleeve for the control section, and the rotor More rotation of the steering wheel causes the spool
in the metering section. When the steering wheel is not to rotate the pin. This action causes the rotation of the
moving, the spool and sleeve are held in the NEUTRAL sleeve and the rotor in the metering section. The oil
(center) position by springs. During this time, oil flows then flows to one side of the steering cylinder. Oil from
freely through the steering control unit but none flows the other side of the cylinder returns through the control
to the steering cylinder. section of the steering control unit.

1. SPRING SET 4. CENTER PIN 7. METERING SECTION

2. SPOOL 5. GEAR SET
3. SLEEVE 6. CONTROL SECTION

Figure 2. Steering Control Unit

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When the steering wheel stops moving, the metering the steering control unit to the tank or other parts of the
action in the metering section also stops. The NEU- system. To return the steer wheels to the straight posi-
TRAL position springs return the sleeve to the NEU- tion, the steering wheel must be rotated in the opposite
TRAL position, stopping oil flow to or from the cylinder. direction. The steering control unit will operate as de-
The pressure stays in the steering cylinder to keep the scribed, but all parts will rotate in the opposite direction.
steer tires in position. Oil from the pump flows through

Steering Wheel and Column Assembly Repair

The upper end of the steering shaft has splines for the upper and lower access covers from the steering
steering wheel. A large hex nut holds the steering wheel column.
onto the steering column. The horn button is the cover
for the center of the steering wheel. The lower end of 2. Remove the key switch and static strap from the
the steering column has splines or a tang to engage the housing of the steering column. Make an identifica-
steering control unit. See Figure 5 and Figure 6. tion of the electric wires and disconnect them from
the key switch.
The steering column assembly is adjustable and held
in position by a latch. The position of the steering col- 3. On units with the Direction Control Handle, Remove
umn assembly can be changed as needed for different the direction switch assembly from the housing of
operator requirements. An access cover on the steer- the steering column. Make an identification of the
ing column gives access to the steering control unit, key electric wires and disconnect them from the direc-
switch, horn switch, and if installed, the direction switch. tion switch. See Figure 3.

4. Remove the plastic rivets that fasten the bracket for

ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS, REMOVE
the horn switch to the housing of the steering col-
NOTE: This procedure is for the removal of all compo- umn. Move the horn switch and bracket away from
nents of the steering column assembly. All components the steering column. See Figure 5 and Figure 6.
are not often removed for a repair procedure. Do only
those steps of the procedure necessary to remove the CAUTION
required component. See Figure 5 and Figure 6.
If a puller tool is used to remove steering wheel from
steering column, be careful not to damage the horn
WARNING wires.
The hydraulic hoses must be connected to the cor-
rect ports or the steering system will not operate 5. Remove the horn button assembly and electrical
as expected, which can cause damage or personal wires. Remove the large hex nut and the steering
injury. Make sure the hoses are identified and con- wheel from the shaft. A puller tool makes removal
nected correctly. of the steering wheel easier, but not all steering
wheels have puller holes.

CAUTION 6. On lift truck models ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-

Disconnect the negative battery cable on internal 040AG/BG) (A814), (ERC20-30AGF (ERC040-
combustion trucks. Disconnect the battery connec- 065RG/ZG) (E108), and ERP20-30ALF (B216)
tor on electric trucks. Disconnect the battery before units, remove the optical encoder housing and
removing any covers. optical encoder from the steering column. Make an
identification of the electrical wires and disconnect
1. Attach a tag on the battery connector or negative them from the assemblies. See Figure 5.
cable stating DO NOT CONNECT BATTERY. Move
the steering column to the most FORWARD posi-
tion. Remove the column tilt lever. Remove the

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Disconnect the other hydraulic hoses at the base

of the cowl, the control valve, or the steering pump.
Remove all mount clamps so that the hoses will turn
freely and not become twisted. Disconnect the hy-
draulic hoses at the bottom of the steering control
unit. Install plugs at all hoses and ports to prevent
dirt from entering the steering hydraulic system.

NOTE: DIRECTION CONTROL HANDLE ASSEM-

BLY FOR MODELS ERP20-32ALF [ERP040-065DH]
(E216), ERP20-30ALF [ERP040-060DH] (D216), 1. HYDRAULIC HOSE 4. SCREWS
ENDS 5. HORN SWITCH
ERC/P16-20AAF [ERC030-040AH] (B814/C814), 2. HOSE PORTS
ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH) (B839/C839), AND 3. STEERING
ERC20-32AGF [ERC040-065GH] (A908) IS SHOWN. CONTROL UNIT
OTHER TRUCK DIRECTION CONTROL HANDLE
ASSEMBLIES ARE SIMILAR. Figure 4. Hydraulic Hose Connections

1. DIRECTION 3. SCREW 9. If your model of lift truck has an instrument cluster

SWITCHES 4. ELECTRICAL that wraps around the steering column, remove
2. SHIFT LEVER CONNECTORS the instrument cluster. The removal procedures
ASSEMBLY
for the instrument cluster can be found in the
Figure 3. Direction Control Handle Assembly service manual sections Instrument Cluster
2200 YRM 514 for models GC/GLC040-065RG/
7. On lift truck models ERP20-30ALF [ERP040- TG/ZG (E187), GP/GLP/GDP2.00-3.00RF/TF
060DH] (D216), ERP20-32ALF [ERP040-065DH] (GP/GLP/GDP040-060RG/TG/ZG) (A875),
(E216), ERC/P16-20AAF [ERC030-040AH] GC/GLC030-040AF (B809), and GLP/GDP16-
(B814/C814), ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH) 20AF (GP/GLP/GDP030-040AF) (B810) or Electri-
(B839/C839), and ERC20-32AGF [ERC040- cal System, Replacement, Checks, and Adjust-
065GH] (A908), disconnect the connector. Re- ments Trucks with EV-100/200ZX or SR (SEM)
move the two capscrews and steering sensor from and SP Motor Controllers 2200 YRM 560 for mod-
the steering column. See Figure 6. els ERC20-30AGF (ERC040-065RG/ZG) (E108),
ERP20-30ALF (B216), and ERC/P16-20AAF
8. Make an identification of the hydraulic hoses at the (ERC040-060AG/BG) (B814).
steering control unit so they can be connected cor-
rectly during assembly. See Figure 4, Figure 5, Fig- 10. If there is a instrument cluster on the steering col-
ure 6, and the WARNING in the beginning of this umn housing, disconnect all plugs connected to the
section. Some hydraulic hoses have fittings that display panel.
will permit disconnection at the steering control unit.

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Figure 5. Steering Column Assembly, For Models ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-040AG/BG) (A814),

ERC20-32AGF (ERC040-065RG/ZG) (E108), and ERP20-30ALF (B216)

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Legend for Figure 5

NOTE: * NOT INCLUDED ON LIFT TRUCK MODELS GP/GLP/GDP2.00-3.00RF/TF (GP/GLP/GDP040-060RG/TG/

ZG) (A875), GLP/GDP16-20AF (GP/GLP/GDP030-040AF) (B810), AND GC/GLC030-040AF (B809)
1. ON-DEMAND STEERING COMPONENTS 18. PIN
2. UPPER ACCESS COVER 19. STEERING CONTROL UNIT
3. BRACKET 20. PLUG (WITHOUT TURN SIGNAL)
4. PIVOT (STEERING) SHAFT 21. OPTICAL ENCODER HOUSING*
5. PLATE 22. GEAR*
6. LOCKWASHER 23. OPTICAL ENCODER*
7. CAPSCREW 24. HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY
8. LOCK NUT 25. STEERING WHEEL
9. SCREW 26. STEERING COLUMN
10. STATIC GROUND PATCH 27. RETURN SPRING
11. LOWER ACCESS COVER 28. LARGE HEX NUT
12. COLUMN TILT LEVER 29. INPUT
13. PUSH ROD 30. RIGHT TURN
14. LATCH 31. LEFT TURN
15. SPRING 32. RETURN
16. WASHER 33. PLASTIC RIVET
17. COTTER PIN

Legend for Figure 6

1. ON-DEMAND STEERING COMPONENTS 17. COTTER PIN
2. UPPER ACCESS COVER 18. PIN
3. BRACKET 19. STEERING CONTROL UNIT
4. PIVOT (STEERING) SHAFT 20. PLUG (WITHOUT TURN SIGNAL
5. PLATE 21. HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY
6. LOCKWASHER 22. STEERING WHEEL
7. CAPSCREW 23. STEERING COLUMN
8. LOCK NUT 24. RETURN SPRING
9. SCREW 25. STEERING SENSOR
10. STATIC GROUND PATCH 26. LARGE HEX NUT
11. LOWER ACCESS COVER 27. INPUT
12. COLUMN TILT LEVER 28. RIGHT TURN
13. PUSH ROD 29. LEFT TURN
14. LATCH 30. RETURN
15. SPRING 31. PLASTIC RIVET
16. WASHER

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Figure 6. Steering Column Assembly, Models ERP20-30ALF [ERP040-060DH] (D216), ERP20-32ALF

[ERP040-065DH] (E216), ERC/P16-20AAF [ERC030-040AH] (B814/C814), ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH)
(B839/C839), and ERC20-32AGF [ERC040-065GH] (A908)

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11. Remove the tilt stop screw located at the bottom left 8. Remove the retaining ring from the spool assembly.
side of the steering column bracket.
9. Press the cross pin out of the spool assembly.
12. Remove the capscrews, lockwashers, and lock
plates that fasten the steering column to the pivots 10. Press the spool from the sleeve and remove the
on the lift truck. Remove the steering column from springs from the spool. Press the spool from the
the lift truck. Make sure the electric wires and the sleeve and remove the springs from the spool.
hydraulic hoses are not damaged as the steering
11. Remove the shaft seals from the pump housing.
column is removed.
Discard the seals.
13. Remove the four capscrews that hold the steering
column to the bracket. Remove the four capscrews STEERING CONTROL UNIT, CLEAN
or nuts that fasten the steering control unit to the
steering column. WARNING
Cleaning solvents can be flammable and toxic and
STEERING CONTROL UNIT, can cause skin irritation. When using cleaning
DISASSEMBLE solvents, always follow the solvent manufacturer’s
recommended safety precautions.
1. Place the steering pump into a soft jaw vise with the
splined shaft facing down.
WARNING
2. Remove the hydraulic fittings and the special Compressed air can move particles so that they
screws, and rotate the steering pump 90 degrees cause injury to the user or to other personnel.
sideways in the vise. Discard the O-rings. See Make sure that the path of the compressed air is
Figure 7. away from all personnel. Wear protective goggles
or a face shield to prevent injury to the eyes.
3. Remove the end cover, spacer, gear housing, and
gear from the steering pump. Discard the O-rings. Clean all the parts in solvent. Dry the parts with com-
pressed air. Do not dry the parts with a cloth. Make sure
4. Remove the cardan shaft from the spool assembly.
all surfaces are free of scratches and sharp edges.
5. Remove the check ball, ball stop, and emergency
steering ball from the pump housing. STEERING CONTROL UNIT, ASSEMBLE

6. Remove the spool assembly from the pump hous- 1. Using a seal installer, install the shaft seals in the
ing. pump housing.

NOTE: To help with installation of the thrust bearing as- 2. Install the spool into the sleeve with the key slots
sembly, note the positions of the thrust washers on ei- opposite each other.
ther side of the thrust bearing while performing Step 7.
3. Insert the curved springs between the flat springs.
7. Remove the thrust bearing assembly from the shaft See Figure 7. Install the spring set into the spool
end of the spool assembly. assembly.

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A. ORIENTATION OF NEUTRAL SPRINGS B. ORIENTATION OF GEAR WHEEL

1. PUMP HOUSING 15. DISTRIBUTOR PLATE
2. EMERGENCY STEERING BALL 16. GEAR
3. BALL STOP 17. GEAR HOUSING
4. SHAFT SEAL 18. END COVER
5. THRUST WASHER 19. O-RING
6. THRUST BEARING 20. SCREW
7. SPOOL 21. SPECIAL SCREW (HYDRAULIC FITTING)
8. RETAINING RING 22. CHECK BALL
9. CROSS PIN 23. CARDAN SHAFT GEAR TEETH
10. SLEEVE 24. SPOOL ASSEMBLY PIN
11. SPRING SET 25. FLAT SPRING
12. CARDAN SHAFT 26. CURVED SPRING
13. SPACER 27. FLAT SPRING
14. O-RING

Figure 7. Steering Pump

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NOTE: The retaining ring must be able to rotate unim-

peded by the springs. WARNING
The hydraulic hoses must be connected to the cor-
4. Center the springs in the spool assembly, and install rect ports or the steering system will not operate
the retaining ring over the sleeve. as expected, which can cause damage or personal
injury. Make sure the hoses are identified and con-
5. Install the cross pin into the spool assembly. nected correctly.
6. Install the thrust bearing assembly, as noted during 1. Using four capscrews, attach the steering control
removal, on the spool assembly. unit assembly to the steering column. Install the
7. Place the pump housing in a soft-jawed vise in the steering column and steering control unit assembly
horizontal position. Install the spool assembly into on the bracket Install the four capscrews that mount
the housing while holding the cross pin in a hori- the steering column to the bracket. See Figure 5
zontal position. and Figure 6.

8. Rotate the pump housing to the vertical position, 2. If a instrument cluster was removed from the steer-
and rotate the spool so that the pin in the spool is ing column housing, install it by connecting all
pointing to the "P" port position. See Figure 5 and plugs.
Figure 6.
WARNING
9. Install the emergency steering ball, ball stop, and
The hydraulic hoses MUST be connected to the cor-
check ball in the "P" port. See Figure 5 and Fig-
rect ports and fittings or the steering system will
ure 6.
not operate as expected. This unexpected opera-
10. Install a new O-ring on the housing and place the tion can cause damage or personal injury. Make
distributor plate on the housing, with the holes prop- sure the hoses are identified and connected cor-
erly aligned with the pump housing. rectly.

11. Install the cardan shaft and rotate it until it is en- 3. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the steering con-
gaged with the pin in the spool assembly, and until trol unit, the cowl, the control valve, or the steering
the teeth of the gear end are aligned as shown in pump as removed during removal. Make sure each
Figure 7. hydraulic hose is connected to the correct ports or
fittings as identified during removal. See Figure 4.
12. Install the gear wheel onto the cardan shaft as
shown in Figure 7. 4. On lift trucks models ERC/P16-20AAF (ERC030-
040AG/BG) (A814), ERC20-32AGF (ERC040-
13. Install new O-rings onto the gear housing and install 065RG/ZG) (E108), and ERP20-30ALF (B216) in-
the gear housing onto the distributor plate, making stall the optical encoder components by connecting
sure that the holes are properly aligned. the electrical wires to the optical encoder. Install
the optical encoder and optical encoder housing to
14. Place the spacer over the cardan shaft, and install the steering column. See Figure 5.
the end cover with the "P" hole lined up with the "P"
port in the housing. 5. On lift truck models ERP20-30ALF [ERP040-
060DH] (D216), ERP20-32ALF [ERP040-065DH]
15. Install new O-rings, hydraulic fittings, and special (E216), ERC/P16-20AAF [ERC030-040AH]
screws. Tighten the fittings and the special screws (B814/C814), ERC35-55HG (ERC70-120HH)
to 30 ±3 N•m (266 ±27 lbf in) in a cross pattern. (B839/C839), and ERC20-32AGF [ERC040-
065GH] (A908) models, connect the connector
ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS, INSTALL and using two capscrews, install the steering sen-
sor on the steering column. See Figure 6.
NOTE: This procedure is for the installation of all com-
ponents of the steering column assembly. All compo- 6. Install the steering wheel and large hex nut. Tighten
nents are not often installed for a repair procedure. Do the large hex nut to 40 to 54 N•m (30 to 40 lbf ft).
only those steps of the procedure necessary to install Connect the wire at the horn button and install the
the required component. See Figure 5 and Figure 6. horn button.

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9. Connect the wire connectors at the bottom of the

steering column. Install the upper and lower access
covers on the steering column. See Figure 9.

1. UPPER ACCESS 2. LOWER ACCESS

COVER COVER
1. MOUNT 9. LATCH
2. PIVOT (STEERING) 10. PUSH ROD Figure 9. Install Steering Housing
SHAFT 11. WASHER
3. PLATE 12. SPRING 10. Install the column tilt lever.
4. LOCKWASHER 13. COTTER PIN
5. CAPSCREW 14. PIN
6. RETURN SPRING 15. BRACKET WARNING
7. SCREW 16. SOCKET HEAD After making repairs, do not extend the hands or
8. COLUMN TILT SCREW arms through the center of the steering wheel. If
LEVER the control unit was not assembled correctly or the
hoses not connected correctly, the steering wheel
Figure 8. Install Steering Components
can rotate with a strong force and cause serious in-
7. If removed, install the static strap and wires on the jury. If this action occurs, disassemble the control
key switch that were identified during removal. In- unit and correct the problem.
stall the key switch.
11. Remove the DO NOT CONNECT BATTERY tag
8. If removed, install the wires on the direction switch from battery connector and connect the battery.
that were identified during removal. Install the di- Operate the steering system to check for correct
rection switch in the housing and install the two cap- operation and leaks.
screws. See Figure 3.

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System Air Removal

To remove air from the steering system, use the follow- 3. Turn and hold the steering wheel full right for ten
ing procedure: seconds.

1. Start the engine. 4. Repeat ten times to bleed the air from the steering
system.
2. Turn and hold the steering wheel full left for ten sec-
onds.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE OR ACTION

Steering wheels do not move Oil level is low or there is no oil in the Fill tank to the correct level. Check for
when steering wheel is turned. tank. leaks.

Steering control unit is damaged. Repair or install new control unit.

There is no oil flow from the steering Repair or install new components.
control unit to the steering cylinder. Check for leaks.

Sleeve and spool in the control unit will Install new components.
not move.

Hydraulic hoses are not connected or Check for leaks. Tighten connections.
are damaged. Install new components as necessary.

Steering is slow or difficult. Relief valve for the steering system is Adjust or install new relief valve.
not adjusted correctly.

Oil pressure from the hydraulic pump Check for restrictions. See Trou-
is low. bleshooting Table, Hydraulic System.

A seal in the steering cylinder has a Repair cylinder. Install new seal or new
leak. cylinder.

Hydraulic lines are too small or have Remove any restrictions. Install larger
restrictions. or new hydraulic lines.

Steering control unit is worn, not as- Repair or install new control unit.
sembled correctly, or is damaged.

Steering wheel turns the tires Hydraulic lines are not connected cor- Connect lines correctly. Remove air
in the wrong direction. rectly at the steering cylinder or at the from system.
steering control unit.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE OR ACTION

Steering operation is not Oil level in the tank is low. Fill tank. Check for leaks.
smooth.

Air was not removed after repair to the Remove air from system.
hydraulic system.

Steering control unit is assembled in- Repair or install new control unit.
correctly or is damaged.

Hydraulic pump has a leak at the inlet. Fix any leaks. Remove air from sys-
tem.

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