Craftsman 917.275013 To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment, Front Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment

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Above

Engine

Pulley V-Idler

Belt

Transaxle

Adjustment Sleeves

Twists Belt

Pulley

Jam Nuts

Keeper

Bottom

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbar horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the

factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN-

1.Position front wheels straight ahead.

2.Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions "A"

and "B").

•Front dimension "A" should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than rear dimension "B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN -

1.Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

2.Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension "B".

3.Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable

on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL -

1.Block up axle securely.

2.Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.

3.Repair tire and reassemble.

4.Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

5.Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1.Block rear axle securely.

2.Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

3.Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining Washers_

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

_wTI'AERY

RNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from

batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE

section of this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1.Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each

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