STEERING HOUSING

AND CONTROL UNIT

H2.00-3.20XM (H40-65XM) [H177];
S1.50-1.75XM, S2.00XMS (S25-40XM) [D010];
E1.50-1.75XM, E2.00XMS (E25-40XM 2S) [D114];
H1.50-1.75XM, H2.00XMS (H25-35XM, H40XMS) [E001];
J2.00-3.20XM (J40-60XM 2) [A216];
E2.00-3.20XM (E45-65XM 2) [F108];
J2.00-3.20XM (J40-65Z) [A416/B416];
E1.50-2.00XM (E25-35Z, E40ZS) [E114/F114];
N30XMH, N30XMH 2 [C210]; V30ZMD [D210/E210];
E2.00-3.20XM (E45-65Z) [G108]; E3.50-5.50XL, E4.50XLS
(E70-120Z, E100ZS) [D098/E098]

PART NO. 1459370 1600 SRM 720

 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
• When lifting parts or assemblies, make sure all slings, chains, or cables are correctly
fastened, and that the load being lifted is balanced. Make sure the crane, cables, and
chains have the capacity to support the weight of the load.

• Do not lift heavy parts by hand, use a lifting mechanism.

• Wear safety glasses.

• DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CONNECTOR before doing any maintenance or repair

on electric lift trucks. Disconnect the battery ground cable on internal combustion lift
trucks.

• Always use correct blocks to prevent the unit from rolling or falling. See HOW TO PUT
THE LIFT TRUCK ON BLOCKS in the Operating Manual or the Periodic Mainte-
nance section.

• Keep the unit clean and the working area clean and orderly.

• Use the correct tools for the job.

• Keep the tools clean and in good condition.

• Always use HYSTER APPROVED parts when making repairs. Replacement parts
must meet or exceed the specifications of the original equipment manufacturer.

• Make sure all nuts, bolts, snap rings, and other fastening devices are removed before
using force to remove parts.

• Always fasten a DO NOT OPERATE tag to the controls of the unit when making repairs,
or if the unit needs repairs.

• Be sure to follow the WARNING and CAUTION notes in the instructions.

• Gasoline, Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Diesel fuel
are flammable. Be sure to follow the necessary safety precautions when handling these
fuels and when working on these fuel systems.

• Batteries generate flammable gas when they are being charged. Keep fire and sparks
away from the area. Make sure the area is well ventilated.

NOTE: The following symbols and words indicate safety information in this
manual:

WARNING
Indicates a condition that can cause immediate death or injury!

CAUTION
Indicates a condition that can cause property damage!
Steering Housing and Control Unit Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

General ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Description ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Operation............................................................................................................................................................ 2
Steering Wheel and Column Assembly Repair ................................................................................................ 4
Assembly Components, Remove ................................................................................................................... 4
Steering Control Unit, Disassemble ............................................................................................................. 7
Steering Control Unit, Clean ........................................................................................................................ 9
Steering Control Unit, Assemble .................................................................................................................. 9
Assembly Components, Install ..................................................................................................................... 11
System Air Removal .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................. 13

This section is for the following models:

H2.00-3.20XM (H40-65XM) [H177];

S1.50-1.75XM, S2.00XMS (S25-40XM) [D010];
E1.50-1.75XM, E2.00XMS (E25-40XM 2S) [D114];
H1.50-1.75XM, H2.00XMS (H25-35XM, H40XMS) [E001];
J2.00-3.20XM (J40-60XM 2) [A216];
E2.00-3.20XM (E45-65XM 2) [F108];
J2.00-3.20XM (J40-65Z) [A416/B416];
E1.50-2.00XM (E25-35Z, E40ZS) [E114/F114];
N30XMH, N30XMH 2 [C210];
V30ZMD [D210/E210];
E2.00-3.20XM (E45-65Z) [G108];
E3.50-5.50XL, E4.50XLS (E70-120Z, E100ZS) [D098/E098]

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1600 SRM 720 Description

General
This section has the description and repair procedures for the steering housing and the steering control unit.
Additional information on parts of the steering system can be found in the Steering Axle and Hydraulic
System service manual sections for your lift truck.

Description
The steering column assembly uses a steering con-
trol unit with hose connections on the bottom of the
unit. The steering housing has mounts for the steer-
ing column and the steering control unit. The steer-
ing wheel is installed on the steering column. See
Figure 1. The housing is adjustable and is held in po-
sition by a latch. The position of the housing can be
changed for operator comfort. The steering housing
is also the mount for control levers and some instru-
ment clusters.

The steering system is a hydraulic system that does

not have a mechanical connection between the steer-
ing wheel and the steering axle. The control of the
steering is through a hydraulic circuit.

If the hydraulic pump for the steering system does

not operate, steering is still possible. A check valve
permits the steering control unit to control the steer-
ing cylinder. The lift truck is difficult to steer when
the steering pump is not operating, but the steer-
ing control unit can operate the steering cylinder and
make steering possible.

NOTE: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NOT SHOWN.

H2.00-3.20XM (H40-65XM) SHOWN.
1. STEERING WHEEL 4. COLUMN TILT
2. STEERING LEVER
COLUMN 5. LATCH
3. STEERING 6. COVER
CONTROL UNIT 7. COWL
8. MOUNT

Figure 1. Steering Housing Assembly