MOTOR GP-GEAR 1781602 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     9EL9475     Stand As     4    
B     9EL9474     Stand As     2    
C     9EL4020     Wheel Nut Extension Socket     1    
D     1DE2825     Tire Installation Frame     1    Start By:
Install the steering frame lock. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Steering Frame Lock - Remove and Install".Note: The procedure for the removal of the front tire and rim assemblies is the same as the procedure for the removal of the rear tire and rim assemblies.
Follow the recommended procedure for removal and installation of tires and or wheel assemblies.Ensure that the machine and tire and or wheel assembly are properly supported at all times.Improper procedures that are used to remove and install tires and or wheel assemblies can result in personal injury or death.
Improper blocking of the rear axle housing can cause personal injury.The rear axle housing is made to oscillate. During removal and installation of the rear tires and rims, the rear axle housing must be prevented from oscillating.Place wood blocks between the rear axle housing and the rear main frame to prevent oscillation of the rear axle housing.
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Typical example
Install wood block (1) between the rear axle housing and the rear frame on both sides of the machine, as shown. This will prevent the rear axle from oscillating.Note: The blocks should be a neat fit.
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Raise the rear of the machine and place Tooling (B) under the machine in the position shown in Illustration 2.
Raise the front of the machine and place Tooling (A) under the machine in the position shown in Illustration 2.
Lower the worktool to the ground.
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Attach a suitable lifting device to Tooling (D). The weight of Tooling (D) is approximately 425 kg (935 lb).
Position Tooling (D) on tire and rim assembly (3), as shown.
Use Tooling (C), (not shown) to remove 20 nuts (2) (not shown) from the rim.
Remove tire and rim assembly (3). The combined weight of tire and rim assembly (3) and of Tooling (D) is approximately 1025 kg (2260 lb).
Repeat Step 5 through Step 8 to remove the remaining tire and rim assemblies.