953K Track-Type Loader Power Train Caterpillar

Connect Procedure

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Illustration 1	g06274998

1. Attach Tooling (C) and Tooling (D) to track assembly (5).
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   Illustration 2	g06274942

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2. Raise track assembly (5). Install master shoe (7) and bolts (6). Tighten bolts (6) in a criss-cross pattern. Refer to Table 2 for the correct torque specification for bolts (6).
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   Table 2

   Torque Table
   Sales Model	Bolt Size	Torque Specification for Bolts (6)
   953K	5/8-18	170 ± 30 N·m (125 ± 22 lb ft), tighten bolts an additional 180° ± 5°
   	3/4-16	400 ± 70 N·m (295 ± 52 lb ft), tighten bolts an additional 120° ± 5°
   963K	3/4 -16	300 ± 50 N·m (221 ± 37 lb ft), tighten bolts an additional 180° ± 5°

3. Use Tooling (C) to raise section of track assembly (5). Remove Tooling (B).
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4. Install guard assemblies (3). Install bolts (1) and (2).
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5. Tension the track. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Track - Check/Adjust".