Removal Procedure
Start By:
- Remove the front tires and rims. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Tire and Rim (Front) - Remove and Install".
- Remove the front drive shaft. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Drive Shaft (Front) - Remove and Install".
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Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
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Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil pressure and hot oil. Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic system after the engine has been stopped. Serious injury can be caused if this pressure is not released before any service is done on the hydraulic system. Make sure all of the attachments have been lowered, oil is cool before removing any components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand. |
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Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, on all wires and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, all hoses and all tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
- Drain the oil from the fixed axle. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities".
- Disconnect hose assembly (1) from fixed axle (2) .
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- Disconnect harness assembly (3) .
- Attach a suitable lifting device to each side of the fixed axle, as shown. The weight of the fixed axle is approximately 1134 kg (2500 lb).
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- Remove bolts (4) and cover (5) from each side of the fixed axle.
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- Remove bolts (6) and the washers.
- Use the suitable lifting device to lower the fixed axle from the machine.