ROTATING GP-PUMP 2560313 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Separate the track assemblies. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Track - Separate".
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The spring of the recoil spring assembly is compressed under several tons of force.Do not attempt to compress or release the tension of the spring with the nut on the end of the retaining rod.Damaged threads on the retaining rod or nut can cause the assembly to come apart with force, resulting in injury or death.
Use a pry bar and move the front idler (1) and the recoil spring partially out of the track roller frame. Attach a suitable lifting device to front idler (1), as shown.
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Once front idler (1) and the recoil spring (2) is partially out of the track frame reposition the suitable lifting device in order to support recoil spring (2) and front idler (1).
Slide front idler (1) and recoil spring (2) out of the track roller frame as one unit. The weight of front idler (1) and recoil spring (2) is approximately 213 kg (470 lb).
Leave the suitable lifting device attached and turn the front idler and recoil spring (2) around 180 degrees.
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Install the front idler partially into the track frame. The front idler and recoil spring (2) will be supported by the track frame.
Reposition the suitable lifting device in order to support recoil spring (2).
Remove bolts (3).
Separate recoil spring (2) from the front idler. The front idler will be supported by the track frame.
The weight of the recoil spring (2) is approximately 100 kg (220 lb).
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Attach a suitable lifting device to front idler (1). The weight of front idler (1) is approximately 113 kg (250 lb).
Remove front idler (1) from the track roller frame.