5.3.4.3. Check of steering draft

Check steering draft for lack of deformation and damages. Replace it if necessary.

Check a gap in the spherical hinge. Replace steering draft if necessary.

Shake steering draft five times.

Fig. 5.29. Measurement of the moment of resistance to swing

Measure the moment of resistance to swing, using a dynamometer (fig. 5.29).

Moment of resistance to swing: 0,1–4,0 N · m.

Indications of a dynamometer: 0,6–24,5 N.

If the result of measurement differs from specified, replace draft.