545 Wheel Skidder Power Train Caterpillar

Installation Procedure

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1. Install Tooling (A) into holes (2), as shown.

2. Support the pinion gear assembly with a hoist and a suitable lifting device. The weight of the pinion housing is 68.0 kg (150 lb).

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Note: Use the original shim pack or a new shim pack of the same thickness. If the original shim pack is not available, use 70 percent of a new shim pack.

3. Apply lubricant to the O-ring seal and install the O-ring seal on the pinion housing.

4. Install two 152.4 mm (6 inch) guide bolts in the axle center housing.

5. Install the shim pack on the pinion housing.

6. Install the pinion gear assembly in the differential housing.

7. Install bolts (1). Torque for bolts (1) is 300 ± 40 N·m (220 ± 30 lb ft).

   Note: The required thickness of the shim pack may change when the tooth contact pattern is adjusted. Refer to the Service Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "Differential Backlash and Bearings - Adjust" for more information on adjusting the tooth contact pattern.

8. When all adjustments have been made to the differential assembly, remove the two guide bolts and Tooling (A). Install the remaining two bolts (1) and tighten bolts (1) to the specified torque.

End By: Install the service brakes. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Service Brake - Remove and Install".