GASKET-COVER 5M6604 - Caterpillar

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The following procedure is used in order to apply dielectric grease to the contact ring while the column is mounted in the machine.Note: These instructions must be read and understood before starting the following procedure in order to ensure that the correct equipment (tools, spare parts, etc) is available in order to effectively apply the dielectric grease and testing the column without damaging the column.
Table 1
Required Parts    
Part Number    Description    Qty    
145-2866     Lubrication Kit (1)     1    
( 1 ) The kit contains lube and two screws.
Table 2
Required Tools    
Description    Qty    
Ohmmeter (for Smart Wheel)     1    Apply the Dielectric Grease to the Horn (Cruise Control) Contact Ring
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Steering Column
Telescope the column outward toward the driver.
Lower the steering column and remove the Upper Cover by grasping the cover at the bottom closest to the dash.
Raise the steering column and remove the lower cover by grasping the cover at the bottom closest to the dash.Note: If you have a self-cancelling turn signal switch with the hazard button sticking through the lower cover, remove the cover slowly and carefully so that not to damage the hazard button.
Start the engine so that the steering wheel can be turned freely as the grease is applied to the contacts.
Locate the Contact Ring(s).
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(A) Coat the brass ring with grease.
Use a soft brush in order to apply the grease liberally to the brass contact ring completely, but not so much that the grease will drip while turnin