973K Track-Type Loader Power Train Caterpillar

Connection Procedure

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Illustration 1	g06177941

1. Attach Tooling (C) and Tooling (D) to track assembly (7).
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   Illustration 2	g06177939

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   Illustration 3	g06177937

2. Attach Tooling (C) to the lower section of track assembly (7).

3. Raise track assembly (7) from Tooling (B) and position track assembly (7) to master shoe (9). Apply Tooling (E) to the threads of bolts (8) and install bolts (8). Tighten bolts (8) to a torque of 339 ± 68 N·m (250 ± 50 lb ft). Tighten bolts (8) for an extra 180 ± 5 degrees.
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   Illustration 4	g06239861

4. Tighten valve (6) to a torque of 35 ± 5 N·m (26 ± 4 lb ft). Adjust the track tension. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Track - Adjust" for the correct procedure.
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   Illustration 5	g06239857

5. Position cover assembly (5) and install bolts (4).
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   Illustration 6	g01099092

6. Position guard assemblies (3) and install bolts (1) and (2).