TM 9-2330-383-14&P
4-29. STEERING ADJUSTMENT (CONT)
SHORT TIE ROD ADJUSTMENT
NOTE
The long tie rod adjustment must be performed before adjusting the
short tie rod (10).
a. Using a tape measure, measure from the outside of left tire to the lower
alinement groove (Dimension C). Record distance.
b. Measure from the outside of right tire to the same alinement groove
(Dimension D). Record distance.
NOTE
Alinement tolerance center-to-center from each wheel is 3/16 inch.
c. If measurements are not the same, loosen nut (8) on clamp (9) on each end of
short tie rod (10). Do not remove nuts.
NOTE
To move left front tire toward center, lengthen short tie rod (10). To
move left front tire away from center, shorten short tie rod (10).
d. Turn short tie rod (10) until equal distance from each tire is achieved.
CAUTION
Be sure streetside tie rod clamp (7) is rotated 30 degrees as shown, to
allow clearance between the two tie rods (5 and 10).
e. Torque nuts (8) to 40-50 lb ft.
FOUR WHEEL ALINEMENT
a. Measure on streetside from rear bottom of outside torsion bar bracket to
front rear of outside shock bracket. Record distance.
b. Measure on curbside from rear bottom of outside torsion bar bracket to front
rear of outside shock bracket. Record distance.
c. The measurement of each side should be within 1/4 inch of each other. If not,
loosen torsion bar streetside eccentric nut and adjust to 1/4-inch tolerance.
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