TM-9-2320-361-20
2-1/2-TON, 6x6, M44A2 SERIES TRUCKS (MULTIFUEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
OCTOBER 1991
TM-9-2320-361-20 - Page 56 of 1207
TM 9-2320-361-20
1-18. CONTROL SYSTEMS OPERATION (Contd)
e. Steering System Operation.
Major components of the steering system are:
STEERING COLUMN
- Supports steering shaft through instrument panel and firewall to steering
gear.
STEERING WHEEL
- Used by operator to control direction of vehicle travel.
STEERING ARM
- Connects drag link to steering knuckle.
TIE ROD
- Connects steering knuckles so both front wheels will pivot when steering wheel is turned.
DRAG LINK
- Transmits movement from pitman arm to the steering arm.
STEERING KNUCKLE
- Serves as a pivot point and link for the front wheel from the tie rod.
PITMAN ARM
- Transmits steering torque from steering gear to drag link.
STEERING GEAR
- Transmits mechanical power from the steering wheel to the pitman arm.
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