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Front axle-steering linkage

13. Installing drag link
(a) Check drag link for cracks, threads disorder, and other damages.
If any of above defects is found, replace with a new drag link.
(b) Connect drag link with steering knuckle arm.
1051 series and 1061 series models:
• Using hammer and copper bar, knock on
drag link rear end assembly axially to
install it onto steering knuckle arm from
under.
• Tighten hexagon slotted nut, and insert
split pin.
Torques:
Vehicle model Torque

1051 series 180~220 N•m

1061 series 220~260 N•m
Notice:
Be sure to replace with a new split pin. 24
Tip:
After tightening, return approx. 30° to align split pin
hole with left steering knuckle nut notch.
1089 series models:
• Using hammer and copper bar, knock on
drag link rear end assembly axially to
install it onto steering knuckle arm from
under.
• Tighten hexagon slotted nut, and insert
split pin.
Torque: 220~260 N•m
Notice:
Be sure to replace with a new split pin.
Tip:
• After tightening, return approx. 30° to
align split pin hole with left steering
knuckle nut notch.
• Steps for connecting drag link with
steering knuckle arm on 1089 series
models and those for doing the same job
on 1051 series and 1061 series models are
the same. (Only appearances of steering
knuckle arms differ.)

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