R1700G Load Haul Dump Power Train Caterpillar

Installation Procedure

Note: The installation procedures for the front axle shaft and for the rear axle shafts are identical.

1. Attach a hoist and a suitable lifting device to the axle shaft.

2. Install the axle shaft in the final drive. The weight of the axle shaft is approximately 38 kg (84 lb).
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3. Use Tooling (B) to guide the axle shaft in position in the final drive.
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4. Install thrust washer (7) on axle shaft (5).

   Note: Ensure that thrust washer (7) is orientated correctly when installing.

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5. Align sun gear (6) with the planetary gears and slide the sun gear completely on the axle shaft. Remove Tooling (B).

   Note: Rotate the axle shaft and disengage the parking brake if required, to align the splines of the brake disc hub and the differential gears with the axle shaft.

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6. Use Tooling (C) to install retaining ring (8).
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7. Install O-ring seal (4) in the groove of the final drive assembly.
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8. Install cover assembly (2), six bolts (1), and the washers. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 105 ± 20 N·m (77 ± 15 lb ft).

9. Install drain plug (3).

10. Fill the axle housing with oil. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Capacities (Refill)".

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1. Remove steering frame lock pin. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Steering Frame Lock - Remove and Install",