Steering knuckle, left 405931 Carraro, aftermarket

For the backhoe loaders with Carraro axles: steering knuckle, left 405931, an aftermarket part. This part is for the left-hand side.

Knuckles are handed left and right and are chosen by part number for the same side and axle type as the old part. During the change, check the trunnion bearings, seals, shims and track rod connection; the bearings and seals are usually renewed together with the knuckle. After assembly, set the trunnion bearing preload and check the steering lock stops.

Specifications

Compatibility

According to sources, Carraro 405931 is a left-hand swivel housing. Other parts are in Reduction gears.

Fitting

For the change, remove the wheel, planetary gearbox and axle shaft and drain the axle oil. Fit the knuckle with its trunnion bearings and shims, tighten the trunnion bolts to torque and set the preload by measurement. Connect the track rod and steering cylinder, renew the seals, top up the axle oil and check the wheel alignment. The knuckle comes new; its seats and bores are cleaned and checked before assembly. The knuckle is chosen by axle type and side; left and right housings are mirror images and must not be mixed up. After assembly, turn the steering to full lock to check that the stops work correctly.