TERMINAL 2679977 - Caterpillar

2. Use 7/16"-14 NC forcing screws to make a separation of the top cover (2) from the housing.3. Remove the top cover (2). 4. Inspect gasket (3) and make a replacement if it is broken or damaged.5. Remove all tube assemblies (4) that are connected to the top shaft.6. Install a 1/2"-13 NC forged eyebolt and fasten a hoist to the top shaft.7. Fasten one end of a nylon sling to a hoist and fasten the other end over the end of the small shaft. Adjust the sling so a minimum of weight is on the small shaft. 8. Remove bolts (5) and loosen front retainers (7) and rear retainers (8).9. Remove bearing caps (6). The bearing caps (6) are connected to dowels. 10. Lift the top shaft from the housing with a 1/2"-13 NC forged eyebolt, a nylon sling and a hoist. The weight of the top shaft is approximately 740 lb. (336 kg).