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.

Using ST, loosen lock nut.
ST 926230000 SPANNER

Fig 1: Loosening Lock Nut Using ST
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Tighten adjusting screw until it no longer tightens.

Fig 2: Tightening Adjusting Screw
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Remove two bolts securing valve assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts Securing Valve Assembly
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Carefully draw out input shaft and remove valve assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Valve Assembly
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Draw out pinion and valve assembly from valve housing, using pipe of I.D. 44 to 46 mm (1.73 to 1.81 in) and a press.

Fig 5: Drawing Out Pinion & Valve Assembly From Valve Housing
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Pry off dust seal using screwdriver.
Remove snap ring using snap ring pliers.

Fig 6: Removing Snap Ring Using Snap Ring Pliers
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Pry off oil seal using screwdriver.
CAUTION: After removing, check inside surface of valve housing for damage. If oil seal contacting surface is damaged, replace valve housing with a new one.

Fig 7: Prying Off Oil Seal Using Screwdriver
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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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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 Using Pipe & Press
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Remove oil seal.
CAUTION: Do not reuse removed oil seal.