SHAFT 2465268 - Caterpillar

You must read and understand the warnings and instructions contained in the Safety section of this manual before performing any operation or maintenance procedures.Pivot Shaft
Check Oil Level
Oil plugs are located on both sides of the machine. Remove the plug on both sides of machine. Add oil if needed to bring oil level up to the bottom of thread hole.Track Pins
Inspect Weekly
Fingers can be burned from hot pins and bushings. The pins and bushings in a dry joint can become very hot. It is possible to burn the fingers if there is more than brief contact with these components.
Follow these hints to extend the undercarriage life and to avoid excessive downtime.1. Listen for track squeak or squeal during machine operation. This can indicate a dry joint.2. Check for dry joints once a week, immediately after machine operation. After machine operation, lightly touch the end of each track pin or bushing, with the back of your hand. Make a mark on any joint that is very hot to the touch.3. Do not hit the ends of the track pins with a sledge hammer to loosen the track joints.
Striking the end of a track pin will introduce a significant amount of end play into the track joint and can result in early failures.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer's Custom Track Service expert upon detection of dry joints or leaks and/or for track inspection.Cab Air System
Clean Filters
Clean filters more often in dusty conditions. 1. Remove the filter cover and filter elements located in front of the cab. 2. Remove the filter elements located in the operator's compartment. Clean the filter elements with pressure air or wash the elements in warm water and a nonsudsing household detergent.3. Rinse in clean water and air dry thoroughly.4. Install the filter elements. Install the filter cover.