COVER 3G4136 - Caterpillar

Start By:a. turn disconnect switch offb. lower the front suspensionc. remove front tire Support the front axle housing with tooling (A).
The suspension system may drop the machine suddenly, leaving no clearance between the axle housing, main frame, tires and mud guards. Working in these areas can result in personal injury or death by crushing. Stay clear until the engine is stopped and the suspension is lowered to the service position.
Do not disconnect any hydraulic lines until all the hydraulic pressure has been released from the system.
1. Disconnect hydraulic line (1) at the top of the suspension cylinder. Put caps or plugs in the line to keep out dirt or foreign material.2. Disconnect grease line (3).3. Remove bolt (4) from the upper suspension cylinder tapered pin (5).4. Remove tapered pin (5). Reposition suspension cylinder (2) and place a strap through the bearing and then attach a hoist to the strap. 5. Disconnect grease line (6) at the bottom of the suspension cylinder.6. Remove bolt (7) and tapered pin (8). Remove the front suspension cylinder (2). Weight of the front suspension cylinder is 45 Kg (100 lbs.). The following steps are for the installation of the front suspension cylinder.7. Put the front suspension cylinder (2) in position with tapered pin (8) and bolt (7).8. Connect grease line (6) at the bottom of the front suspension cylinder.9. Install tapered pin (5) and install bolt (4).10. Connect grease line (3).11. Remove the plugs or caps from hydraulic line (1) and connect it to the top of the suspension cylinder.End By:a. install front tireb. lower the front suspensionc. turn disconnect switch on