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Control Valve Assembly

NOTE: Parts requiring replacement are described in the smallest unit of spare parts including damaged parts and spare parts damaged. In actual disassembly work, accidental damage as well as inevitable damage to some related parts must be taken into account, and spare parts for them must also be prepared. However, it is essential to pinpoint the cause of trouble, and limit the number of replacement parts as much as possible.
  1. Using ST, loosen lock nut.

    ST 926230000 SPANNER

    Fig 1: Using ST To Loosening Lock Nut
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  2. Tighten adjusting screw until it no longer tightens.
    Fig 2: Tightening Adjusting Screw
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  3. Remove two bolts securing valve assembly.
    Fig 3: Removing Two Securing Valve Assembly
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  4. Carefully draw out input shaft and remove valve assembly.
    Fig 4: Removing Valve Assembly
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  5. Slide dust cover out.
    Fig 5: Removing Slide Dust Cover
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  6. Using a press remove pinion and valve assembly from valve housing.
    Fig 6: Using Press Remove Pinion & Valve Assembly From Valve Housing
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  7. Using ST and press, remove dust seal, oil seal and special bearing from valve housing.

    ST 34099FA120 SEAL INSTALLER & REMOVER

    CAUTION:
    • Do not apply a force to end surface of valve housing. 
    • Do not reuse oil seal after removal. 
    Fig 7: Removing Dust Seal, Oil Seal & Special Bearing From Valve Housing
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  8. Remove snap ring using snap ring pliers.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse removed snap ring. 
    • Be careful not to scratch pinion and valve assembly. 
    Fig 8: Removing Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers
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  9. Press out bearing together with backing washer using pipe of I.D. 38.5 to 39.5 mm (1.516 to 1.555 in) and press.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse removed bearing. 
    Fig 9: Pressing Out Bearing Together With Backing Washer
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  10. Remove oil seal.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse removed oil seal.