- Safety first
- Park tractor on a flat, level, hard surface; engage park brake, remove key, and chock rear wheels securely.
- Use a hydraulic jack rated for the tractor weight and fit high-capacity axle stands when lifting; never rely on a jack alone.
- Wear gloves and eye protection; use wheel chocks on all wheels not being adjusted.
- Work with steering unlocked (so wheels can be turned freely) but do not run engine with wheels elevated unless required for a specific test and safe procedures are in place.

- Tools you need (basic and what they do)
- Tape measure (3–5 m / 10–16 ft), metric and imperial markings
- Use to measure distances between wheel rims for toe; measure at hub height. Read straight and keep tape taut.
- Chalk, marker or paint pen
- Mark reference points on tread or rim to ensure you measure the same vertical plane at front and rear of rim.
- String and two solid fixed points (or string line kit)
- Use as a straight reference line across the tractor to check tracking and toe relative to chassis. Tie strings along the side of the tractor parallel to the chassis to compare wheel positions.
- Plumb bob or magnetic center punch/laser plumb
- Use to transfer the vertical centerline from the chassis to the ground or to align string height precisely with axle/hub center.
- Straightedge or long metal ruler (at least 1 m)
- Check wheel face runout and to confirm rim plane; helps when using tape measure for consistent points.
- Jack (hydraulic trolley jack or bottle jack) rated for tractor load
- Raise tractor safely to inspect components and to remove wheels if required.
- Heavy-duty axle stands or jack stands (correct capacity)
- Support tractor securely after jacking.
- Wheel chocks
- Prevent movement while working.
- Spanner and socket set, including adjustable spanner and long-handled ratchet
- Remove wheels, loosen and tighten tie rod locknuts, adjust tie rods and other steering hardware.
- Torque wrench (suitable range for wheel and steering fasteners)
- Re-torque wheel nuts and steering components to factory specs.
- Penetrating oil (e.g., PB Blaster), wire brush
- Free up seized locknuts and clean threads before adjustment.
- Pry bar and hammer
- To shift components or remove seized parts carefully.
- Grease gun
- Re-lubricate replaced or disturbed steering fittings and tie rod ends.
- Feeler gauge or small straight gauge (optional)
- Check small clearances if specified in manual.
- Digital inclinometer or camber/caster gauge (recommended extra)
- Measures camber and caster angles precisely; affordable digital units save time and improve accuracy.
- Toe plates (or purpose-built wheel alignment plates) or laser wheel alignment kit (optional but highly recommended)
- Toe plates give a consistent flat reference surface at the rim for very accurate toe measurement; laser kits speed up the process and reduce measurement error.
- Dial indicator set (optional)
- For thorough inspection of hub/runout and bearing play.
- Replacement-specific tools (tie rod separator/pickle fork, ball joint press) if worn components need removal.

- How to use the basic tools in practice
- Tape measure: measure between same two points on the rims—front-to-front and rear-to-rear of the front wheels—at hub centerline height. Keep tape parallel to tractor centerline.
- Chalk/marker: mark two opposite points on the rim face or tire sidewall at the hub height so you measure the same plane front and rear.
- String and plumb bob: establish a straight reference line along the tractor’s center or along the chassis side; use plumb bob to transfer hub center to the ground and set string height exactly at hub centerline.
- Jack and stands: lift axle at recommended lift point, lower on stands, gently test stability before working under or around tractor.
- Spanners/sockets and torque wrench: loosen tie-rod locknuts, turn adjuster sleeves to change toe, then tighten locknuts to specified torque.
- Digital inclinometer/camber gauge: attach to rim or hub per gauge instructions and read camber and caster; zero the gauge on a known flat surface first.

- Preparation before measuring
- Ensure tires are at correct pressure per MF 6100 specification and wear is even; unequal pressure gives false readings.
- Ensure tractor load condition is consistent with how it normally runs (no heavy three-point implement attached unless alignment is to be checked under load).
- Inspect tires for uneven wear, damaged beads, bent rims, or visible damage; replace tires or repair rims if they cause runout.
- Check wheel bearings and hub play by rocking wheel at 12/6 and 3/9 o’clock positions; excessive play indicates bearing or spindle issues that must be addressed before accurate alignment.

- Measuring toe (primary alignment you can do with basic tools)
- Center the steering wheel: count turns lock-to-lock previously or align wheel visually with cab center and steering column marks; steering wheel must be straight while wheels are straight.
- Mark rim points at hub height on both front wheel rims (same vertical plane).
- Measure distance between the marks at the front of the rims (point-to-point) and record.
- Measure distance between the marks at the rear of the rims (point-to-point) and record.
- Toe = front measurement minus rear measurement:
- If front distance is less than rear distance, the wheels are toed-in.
- If front distance is greater, they are toed-out.
- Compare result to MF 6100 spec (consult the workshop manual). If manual is not available, aim for a slight toe-in (small amount) or set to zero toe as a conservative baseline; exact spec required for optimal tire life and handling.

- How to adjust toe
- Identify tie rods/adjuster sleeves and locknuts on the front steering linkage.
- Loosen locknuts equally on both left and right tie rods.
- Rotate the adjuster sleeve or tie rod to change effective length:
- Shortening one side moves that wheel toe-in; adjust both sides equally in opposite directions to keep steering wheel centered.
- Re-check measurements after small increments of adjustment until toe is within spec and steering wheel is centered.
- Tighten locknuts to specified torque and recheck toe after torqueing, then grease any fittings disturbed.

- Checking and adjusting steering wheel centering
- With wheels set straight and toe correct, check steering wheel center. If steering wheel is off-center:
- Count number of turns lock-to-lock from one side to center position and from the other side to center; center is the average of turn counts.
- Adjust tie rods equally but in opposite directions until steering wheel centers without changing toe.
- If centering cannot be achieved without changing toe, inspect for bent components, worn bushings, or asymmetric steering stops.

- Checking camber and caster (requires extra tools for accuracy)
- Camber: use digital inclinometer or camber gauge on rim to measure vertical tilt. Small tractor camber deviations are common; major deviation suggests bent spindle/arm or worn kingpin/bushings.
- Caster: use a caster gauge or digital inclinometer with pivoting measurements; caster on tractors is often fixed by design via steering knuckle orientation, but some models have adjustable bushings or eccentric pins.
- If camber/caster are out of spec and not adjustable in the linkage, inspect for worn king pins, bushings, or bent components.

- What to inspect if alignment can't be achieved or drifts quickly
- Tie rod ends and adjuster sleeves: look for looseness, torn dust boots, or play; worn tie rod ends cause wandering and inconsistent toe.
- Steering drag link and center link: bent or worn links create misalignment and steering backlash.
- Kingpins, bushings, spindle bearings: excessive wear will change geometry and require replacement.
- Wheel bearings and hubs: play or excessive runout affects toe and camber readings.
- Bent axle, bent spindle or rim: will prevent correct geometry; replacement or repair required.
- Hydraulic steering cylinder (if fitted): check for internal wear or external linkage misalignment.

- Parts that commonly require replacement and why
- Tie rod ends (outer and inner)
- Why: rubber boots split, grease loss, internal wear => play in steering => poor toe control.
- What to replace with: OEM or quality aftermarket tie rod ends specified for MF 6100 (match thread size and ball stud).
- Adjuster sleeves/locknuts
- Why: corroded threads or stripped adjuster prevents accurate adjustment or locks in place.
- Replace with correct-length sleeves and heavy-duty locknuts to secure toe settings.
- King pins and bushings / kingpin set
- Why: worn kingpins change camber/caster and cause loose steering; must be replaced when excessive wear is found.
- Replace with kingpin kit specified in the MF 6100 parts list.
- Wheel bearings and seals
- Why: play in bearings changes wheel position under load; noisy/heating bearings indicate need to replace.
- Replace with correct bearing numbers specified for hub assembly.
- Spindle or steering knuckle (if bent)
- Why: bending from impact prevents correct geometry; must be replaced to restore alignment.
- Replace with OEM spindle/knuckle.
- Drag link/center link
- Why: bent or worn links cause centering and toe issues.
- Replace with correct steering link assembly.
- Rims or tires (if damaged or excessively worn)
- Why: rim runout or uneven tire wear produces false alignment readings and handling problems.
- Replace with matching rims/tires sized and rated for the unit.

- Why some extra tools are recommended
- Toe plates or laser alignment kits
- Provide higher accuracy than tape measure and are faster; reduce human error, especially with large tractor rims.
- Digital inclinometer for camber/caster
- Gives precise angle readings; manual methods are less accurate and harder to reproduce.
- Dial indicator
- Necessary to confirm hub runout and bearing condition; runout or play invalidates alignment results.

- When to call a workshop / replace major components rather than attempt DIY
- If you find bent spindles, cracked steering knuckles, excessive kingpin wear, seized adjusters, or if alignment cannot be held after adjustment.
- If you lack lifting capacity or safe stands rated for tractor weight.
- If the steering system uses complex hydraulic components or alignment requires press tools—professional service is safer and often required.

- Final checks after adjustment
- Torque all fasteners to MF workshop manual values (if unknown, use conservative high-capacity torque for steering locknuts and wheel nuts but obtain exact specs before final use).
- Grease all fittings and ensure dust seals/boots are intact.
- Lower tractor, remove stands, perform low-speed road test and confirm straight tracking and that steering wheel remains centered.
- Re-check toe after 50 km or a short field run to ensure settings have settled.

- Important note on specifications
- Exact toe, camber and caster specifications and torque values for the Massey Ferguson MF 6100 Series are in the official workshop manual; obtain the manual or data sheet and use those values for final settings and torques.

- Quick symptom → likely cause → likely replacement (cheat-sheet)
- Tractor pulls to one side consistently → toe or camber off, or steering component worn → check toe, inspect tie rods/kingpins; replace worn tie rods or kingpin kit.
- Steering wheel off-center when driving straight → tie rods unequal or bent drag link → adjust tie rods or replace bent link.
- Excessive play in steering / wandering → worn tie rod ends, kingpins, or bearings → replace tie rod ends / kingpin bushings / bearings.
- Rapid uneven front tire wear → persistent incorrect toe or camber → correct alignment; if geometry cannot be corrected, inspect for bent spindle or worn bushes and replace as needed.

- Final reminder
- Follow safety procedures, work on a level surface, use adequately rated lifting gear, and consult the MF 6100 workshop manual for the exact numeric alignment specs and torque values before final tightening.
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