STRAP AS 5071716 - Caterpillar

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Components of the Front Axle (1) Two flange assemblies (2) Two knuckle assemblies (3) Four kingpins (4) Two tie rods (5) Axle Beam (6) Hydraulic steering cylinderThe front axle consists of the following components: axle beam (5), two flange assemblies (1), two knuckle assemblies (2), four kingpins (3), two tie rods (4) and hydraulic steering cylinder (6) .The flange assemblies (1) rotate on the knuckle assemblies (2) with two opposing tapered roller bearings. Tightening three bolts to a torque of 120 N m (89 lb ft) adjusts the end play. Two bearings are pressed into each spindle assembly (2) and assembled onto the axle (5) with kingpins (3). The hydraulic steering cylinder (6) is bolted to the axle. The steering cylinder is connected to the arms of the spindles through two adjustable tie rods (4).