TH350B, TH355B, TH360B, TH460B and TH560B Telehandlers Power Train Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

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1. Remove the fender from the wheel that requires removing. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, RENR5192, "Machine Systems", "Fender - Remove and Install".

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Servicing and changing tires and rims can be dangerous and should be done only by trained personnel using proper tools and procedures.

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Personal injury or death can result from improper lifting or blocking. When a hoist or jack is used to lift any part or component, stand clear of the area. Be sure the hoist or jack has the correct capacity to lift a component. Install blocks or stands before performance of any work under a heavy component. Approximate weights of the components are shown. Clean all surfaces where parts are to be installed.

Note: The following procedure is performed on the rear axle. The procedure of the front axle is identical. Park the machine on firm level ground. Apply the parking brake and block all the wheels except the wheel that requires removing.

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1. Loosen wheel nuts (1) but do not remove the wheel nuts.

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2. Use Tooling (A) to raise the machine. Position Tool (B) in a suitable place under the axle. Use Tooling (A) to lower the machine onto Tool (B) .

   Note: If both wheels are being removed at the same time, repeat Steps 1 and 2 at the other end of the axle.

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3. Attach a suitable nylon lifting sling around the wheel and tire. Attach the nylon lifting sling to a suitable hoist in order to support the wheel and tire. The weight of the wheel and tire without ballast is approximately 190 kg (420 lb).

   Note: Liquid ballast is installed in the tires of certain machines. Liquid ballast will greatly increase the weight of a wheel and tire. You must be sure that the weight of the wheel and tire will not exceed the lifting capacity of your lifting equipment. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Tire Inflation Information" for additional information about the recommended weight of installed liquid ballast.

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4. Remove wheel nuts (1) and the spring washers. Use the attached lifting equipment to remove the wheel and tire from the machine.

Installation Procedure

1. Clean all parts and inspect all parts. If any parts are worn or damaged, use new Caterpillar parts for replacement.

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2. Attach a suitable nylon lifting sling around the wheel and tire. Attach the nylon lifting sling to a suitable hoist in order to support the wheel and tire. Use the attached lifting equipment to position the tire and rim to the axle. The weight of the wheel and tire without ballast should be no greater than 190 kg (420 lb).

   Note: Liquid ballast is installed in the tires of certain machines. Liquid ballast will greatly increase the weight of a wheel and tire. You must be sure that the weight of the wheel and tire will not exceed the lifting capacity of your lifting equipment. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Tire Inflation Information" for additional information about the recommended weight of installed liquid ballast.

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3. Install wheel nuts (1). Do not tighten the nuts at this step.

4. Remove the nylon lifting sling and the hoist from the machine.

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5. Use Tooling (A) to raise the machine in order to remove Tool (B). Use Tooling (A) to lower the wheel to the ground before removing the Tooling from the machine.

   Note: If both wheels are being installed at the same time, repeat Step 2 through 5 at the other end of the axle.

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6. Tighten wheel nuts (1) in a cross pattern to a torque of 240 ± 40 N·m (177 ± 30 lb ft) and then turn an additional 60 degrees ± 5 degrees.

   Note: Check the wheel nut torque on new wheels and on repaired wheels after every ten service hours until the specified torque is maintained. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Wheel Nut Torque - Check".

End By: Install the fender. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly ManualRENR5192"Machine Systems", "Fender - Remove and Install".