SEAT AS 3456331 - Caterpillar

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Remove bolts (2) that connect front drive shaft (3) to the front axle. Tape spider assembly (1) in order to prevent spider assembly (1) from disassembling.
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Disconnect hose assembly (8) . Disconnect tube assemblies (4) and (5) . Disconnect harness assembly (7) . Remove guard (9) . Remove bracket (6) .
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Attach a suitable lifting device to fixed axle (10) . The weight of fixed axle (10) is approximately 8916 kg (19660 lb).
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Remove nuts (12) . Remove bolts (11) . Remove fixed axle (10) .
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Remove bolts (13) , the washers, and cover (14) .
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Remove shims (15) and pin (16) .Installation Procedure
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before assembly, all parts should be cleaned thoroughly in cleaning fluid. Allow the parts to air dry. Wiping cloths or rags should not be used to dry parts. Lint may be deposited on the parts which may cause later trouble. Inspect all parts. If any parts are worn or damaged, use new parts for replacement.
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Install pin (16) , cover (14) , the washers, and bolts (13) . Tighten bolts (13) enough to remove any end play. Measure the maximum Distance (X) and record this measurement.
Remove bolts (13) , the washers, and cover (14) .
Select and install the correct number of shims (15) in order to provide -0.03 mm (-0.001 inch) preload to +0.03 mm (+0.001 inch) end play in pin (16) .
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Install cover (14) , the washers, and bolts (13) . Tighten bolts (13) to a torque of 100 20 N m (74 15 lb ft).
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Attach a suitable lifting device to fixed axle (10) . The weight of fixed axle (10) is approximately 8916 kg (19660 lb). Position fixed axle (10) .
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Install bolts (11) . Install nuts (12) .
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Connect hose assembly (8) . Connect tube assemblies (4) and (5) . Connect harness assembly (7) . Install guard (9) . Install bracket (6) .
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Install bolts (2) that connect front drive shaft (3) to the front axle. End By: Install the rims and tires. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly , "Tire and Rim - Remove and Install".