Service Manual

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3-86 LX Lawn Tractor Service Manual

Fig 329 PICT-7828

Fig 328 PICT-7821

3. Measure the distance between the front rims at

steering axle level (front and rear of the wheels).

Note: You can also measure between the tread mold

marks if the tires are new (Fig. 328 - front and

Fig. 329 - rear).

4. The front measurement should be 1/16” to 5/16”

(1.58mm to 7.93mm) less than the rear measure-

ment. If needed, follow the adjustment procedures:

Front Wheel Toe-in Adjustment

Fig 331 PICT-7831

2. Loosen the jam nut securing the ball joint to the

steering rod (Fig. 331).

Fig 330 PICT-7830

1. Remove the tie rod from one steering arm (Fig. 330).